William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar & Macbeth, a Season in Repertory

“It will have blood they say; blood will have blood…” “The heavens themselves blaze forth the death of princes…” What would you do to satisfy your ambition? Would you sacrifice a friend to do what is right? Are your decisions fated or subject to political spin? Upstart Theatre Company proudly presents in association with PSAS Shakespeare’s most gritty and political tragedies; Macbeth and Julius Caesar. Set around the events of the fall of the Roman republic, Julius Caesar is a political thriller to rival “The West Wing”. Do we side with the people and roar for Caesar’s death? Or do we side with Brutus, almost a son to Caesar, who puts aside all friendships to do what he feels is the right thing? Macbeth is Shakespeare’s most supernatural tragedy. Stories of curses, deaths, fires and miscarriages have all been associated with this play. Convinced by the three “Weyard Sisters” that he will become king, Macbeth sets out on a trail of murder and tyranny to not only claim the throne, but also keep it. Set amongst the haunting jarrah beamed surrounds of Pakenham Street Art Space (PSAS) an ensemble of Perth’s most skilled actors and theatre makers bring these jaw dropping plays to life. Upstart Theatre Company draws from a wide range of influences including but not limited to Japanese theatre and cinema, pop culture, original Shakespearean practices and physical theatre. As Shakespeare intended, Upstart believe these plays have something for everyone! Featuring the talents of Adam T Perkins, Brianna Stanway, Cameron Clark, Desiree Crossing, Maitland Schnaars, Maja Liwszyc, Matt Berminham, Nichola Renton and Paul Montague. Praise for Upstart Theatre Company: The cast from start to finish gave powerful performances that brought tears to my eyes twice. ~Theatre Australia I went and saw this amazing piece of theatre and was blown away by the performances. ~ Audience member Thought provoking. For the first time in a long while I felt challenged as an audience member. ~ Ken M. Book your tickets online at www.trybooking.com/bvfp today to avoid disappointment! School groups welcome! To book a group from your school please contact us on upstarttheatreco@gmail.com to secure your seats and a lovely discount too. Wed 17th October - Julius Caesar Thur 18th October - Macbeth Fri 19th October - Julius Caesar Sat 20th October - Macbeth Wed 24th October - Macbeth Thur 25th October - Julius Caesar Fri 26th October - Macbeth Sat 27th October - Julius Caesar* Wed 31st October - Macbeth Thur 1st November - Julius Caesar Fri 2nd November - Macbeth Sat 3rd November - Julius Caesar Wed 7th November - Julius Caesar Thur 8th November - Macbeth Fri 9th November - Julius Caesar Sat 10th November - Macbeth Wed 14th November - Macbeth Thur 15th November - Julius Caesar Fri 16th November - Macbeth Sat 17th November - Julius Caesar Please check out the review of both shows on Perth actor, Bryn Coldrick's website : http://www.bryncoldrick.com/intro_1.html Book your tickets today at www.trybooking.com/bvfp !