Excitement levels were high as the Potato Shed launched its annual season program on Wednesday night.
The 2022 season features productions postponed from 2021 including Margaret Fulton: the Musical, Dahlin! It’s the Jeanne Little Show, Mother and Son and REBEL – a high octane, live circus theatrical tour de force, inspired by the genius of David Bowie.
Usually held the first Wednesday in December, the uncertainty around COVID-19 shifted the popular annual reveal to early February.
City of Greater Geelong deputy mayor Trent Sullivan said the season featured all the elements that the Shed was famous for: music, storytelling, comedy, drama, captivating circus and extravagant cabaret.
“After attending [Wednesday] night’s launch, I can guarantee that the Potato Shed’s diverse programme has something for everyone’s tastes,” he said.
“We’re fortunate to have such a high calibre of entertainment on offer right here on our doorstep, that will be sure to attract visitors from outside of Greater Geelong too.”
Kutcha Edwards will head to the Potato Shed for the first time with Circling Time – Songs and Stories, a show that depicts Edwards’ life as a renowned First Nations singer/songwriter and proud Mutti, Yorta Youra and Nari man.
A reimagined Jekyll and Hyde, presented by A Slightly Isolated Dog, invites the audience to help tell this slightly bonkers rendition of the classic Robert Louis Stevenson tale.
The hugely popular comedian turned playwright Damian Callinan returns with Mayor for a Day, who creates a leaner, funnier, one-man local government service, that will linger long in the memories of those who sit in the gallery.
VCE drama playlist shows include SLAP.BANG.KISS! by Dan Gioannoni, presented by Melbourne Theatre Company and Jack and Millie, written by Alaine Beek, which deals with the trauma of life-threatening health issues.
Crowds will also be transported back to the 80s when INXSIVE hits the Shed. Australia’s leading INXS tribute act gives the opportunity to experience both the music and live show that established INXS as one of Australia’s most successful music imports.
Details: geelongaustralia.com.au/potatoshed
