Truck Driver

Presented by HOTA

Thu 13 - Sat 15 Aug
Truck Driver

Truck Driver

Photo credit Joy M Lai

Bev's an old-school truckie who's seen Australia change through his windshield. He's got a million stories from a life on the road - some funny, some dark, all steeped in diesel and dust.

The highway's not what it used to be, and Bev's struggling to shift gears. His tough exterior and controversial views hide a man grappling with a world that's leaving him behind.

'Truck Driver' invites you into the cab to share Bev's journey - both literal and figurative. It's a white-knuckle ride that veers between laughter and gut-punches, tall tales and hard truths.

From the team behind 'Maureen: Harbinger of Death' comes a diesel-soaked odyssey into the heart of a changing Australia. Nell Ranney and Jonny Hawkins' new play is a defiant, genre-bending mash-up of comedy, tragedy, and gritty realism.

This is life in the slow lane. It's not always pretty, but it's real. Strap in and listen up - Bev's got something to say. And you might just learn a thing or two.

Auslan Interpreted Performance – Sat 15 Aug, 2:00pm

Dates
Thu 13 - Sat 15 Aug
Where
Outdoor Stage - Black Box Theatre
Warnings
Adult Themes, Drug References, Sexual References
Duration
1hr 10mins
Tickets
Adult $39.00
Concession $34.00
HOTA Member $32.00
Group (6+) $35.00
Pre-show Dinner Palette Restaurant (per person) $85.00
Pre-show Dinner The Exhibitionist Bar (per person) $55.00

A $4 transaction fee will apply for e ticket delivery purchases (excluding free events + donations).For Hold at Box Office ticket delivery purchases, a $6 fee will apply.Please view full Terms and Conditions prior to purchasing your tickets.
Times
Thu 13 August - 7:00pm
Fri 14 August - 7:30pm
Sat 15 August - 2:00pm & 7:30pm

Photo credit Joy M Lai

Photo credit Joy M Lai

Photo credit Joy M Lai

Photo credit Joy M Lai

#Dine with us

You're spoilt for choice with dining options! Enjoy a pre-show or post show dining experience at The Exhibitionist Bar or Palette Restaurant

Winter Season Bar

Winter Season Bar

Grab a drink and relax with friends at this pop-up venue. No booking required.

The Exhibitionist Bar

The Exhibitionist Bar

Chill on our rooftop bar with pre-show or post-show dinner and curated cocktails, before heading down to enjoy the show. Prebook this option at checkout.

Palette Restaurant

Palette Restaurant

Enjoy a delectable two course menu designed by our Executive Chef with a glass of wine/beer or soft drink at Palette Restaurant. Secure your table by prebooking this option at checkout.

*excludes Sunday


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