It’s not easy being young, gay and Samoan, especially when God and your mother are watching. This runaway hit from Auckland and Melbourne Fringe Festivals won five-star reviews at Edinburgh Fringe following sold-out seasons in New Zealand and Australia.
"Launches the turbo-charged hilarity of superior sketch comedy into a poignant and humane plea for tolerance.” The Age (Melbourne)
Writer: Victor Rodger
Producer: Karin Williams
Director: Roy Ward
Cast: Iaheto Ah Hi, Beulah Koale, Taofia Pelesasa, Fasitua Amosa
Auckland Fringe: Best Production, Performances, Development & Tiki Tour Ready Awards
Melbourne Fringe: Innovation in Cultural Diversity & Innovation in Theater Awards
Chain-smoking, booze-swilling Joan holds court at her daughter’s funeral. Hilarious family drama erupts as three unforgettable characters deal with loss, love and misunderstanding in a wicked dark comedy by acclaimed writer Victor Rodger.
"A volatile mixture of outrageous comedy and raw emotion." NZ Herald
Auckland season: Nov-Dec 2014
Writer: Victor Rodger
Producer: Karin Williams
Director: Roy Ward
Cast: Lisa Harrow, Robbie Magasiva, Taofia Pelesasa