Driftwood The Musical has returned to Chapel Off Chapel with reviewers and audiences overwhelmed by this powerful new production. This inspirational story of renowned Austrian/ Australian sculptor Karl Duldig and his artist-inventor wife, Slawa Horowitz-Duldig is on for a limited season and must close on 20 May in Melbourne before transferring to Sydney.
Follow the family’s lives in pre-war Vienna, their narrow escape from Nazi Austria, the ingenious invention of the foldable umbrella, and the incredible chain of events that took place after the family escaped the Holocaust and rebuilt their careers in Melbourne.
“An Australian musical of impressive quality and innate humanity, Driftwood the Musical deserves every success as it spreads its inspiring message of joy and hope.” Man in Chair
“An extraordinary musical with emotion, heart and compassion to spare. Not enough superlatives exist to extend to the cast. The ultimate feeling viewers are left with afterwards is one of hope, happiness and a renewal in faith of the human spirit.” Tinsel and Tap Shoes
“While the first act establishes the relationships, I found the second particularly impactful, as the revelations keep on coming. Tears rolled down my cheek.” ItellyouwhatIthink, Alex First
“Driftwood sends a strong message to humanity about the tapestry that binds a family and the terror inflicted by oppressive, destructive rule, ripping loved ones apart.” ***** On the House
This epic story traverses three continents and three generations and is based on an original stage play by Jane Bodie, and memoir of Eva de Jong-Duldig. Lyrics by Anthony Barnhill with additional lyrics by Jane Bodie and Tania de Jong AM. The show is directed by Gary Abrahams.
2023 Reviews and testimonials
VENUE: Chapel Off Chapel, 12 Little Chapel St, Prahran
SEASON: Wednesday 3 – Saturday 20 May
BOOKINGS: https://chapeloffchapel.com.au/show/driftwood-the-musical-2/
VENUE: Glen Street Theatre, Cnr Glen St & Blackbutts Rd, Belrose
SEASON: Wednesday 24-Sunday 28 May
BOOKINGS: https://glenstreet.com.au/whats-on/driftwood-musical
VENUE: Riverside Theatres, Cnr Church & Market Sts, Parramatta
SEASON: Wednesday 31 May – Sunday 4 June
BOOKINGS: https://riversideparramatta.com.au/show/driftwood-the-musical/
VENUE: Eternity Playhouse, 39 Burton Street, Darlinghurst
SEASON: Wednesday 7 June – Sunday 18 June
BOOKINGS: darlinghursttheatre.com/driftwood
www.driftwoodthemusical.com.au
