All About Eve & Sunset Boulevard

Lux Radio Plays

Directed by Ian Stevenson (All About Eve) & Elizabeth Morris (Sunset Boulevard)

Presented by MATES Theatre Genesis Inc

The show features two classic LUX Radio Plays to be performed on stage.

LUX Radio Plays were a popular American radio anthology series that broadcast hour-long adaptations of famous movies and Broadway plays from 1934 to 1955. Sponsored by Lux soap, the live broadcasts featured massive Hollywood stars acting out their screen roles for millions of listeners.

All About Eve (directed by Ian Stevenson)

A seemingly sweet fan, Eve Harrington worms her way into the life of aging Broadway star Margo Channing and secretly plots to steal Margo's roles and friends. Based on the screenplay by Joseph Mankiewicz and adapted for radio by Sanford H. Barnett and Robin Jones

Sunset Boulevard (directed by Elizabeth Morris)

The tragic story of Joe Gillis, a broke screenwriter, who accidentally meets Norma Desmond, an aging, forgotten silent film star living in a dark, decaying mansion. Norma hires him to edit her terrible movie script but eventually becomes dangerously obsessed with him. Based on the screenplay by Billy Wilder, Charles Brackett & D.M. Marshman and adapted for radio by Sanford H. Barnett

CONTENT WARNING

Contains themes of suicide.

CREDIT CARD FEES

Please note that purchases will attract a surcharge fee. This will be applied at the ticket checkout.

SEATING

Seating is allocated, and you will be able to choose your seat when buying your ticket.

FOOD & DRINK

Unlicensed event - tea, coffee, biscuits available Please note: No external food or drink permitted.

DOORS OPEN

Doors open 30 minutes before performance time.

The show includes a short interval.

LUCKY DOOR PRIZES

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