Ipswich Little Theatre celebrates its 50th year in the unique and historic Incinerator Theatre this year and what better way to celebrate than by performing the first full length play that appeared on the Incinerator stage.
Following a rewrite, the play has had successful runs in the West End of London and on Broadway winning rave reviews and a 2008 Tony Award along the way.
The show runs November 22, 23, 29 and 30 from 8pm, and November 17 and 24 at 2pm. And Ipswich First has one double pass to giveaway.
To enter, simply answer the following question: Where will you be able to see Ipswich Little Theatre perform Boeing Boeing?
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In the show, it’s the 1960s, and swinging bachelor Bernard couldn’t be happier: a flat in Paris and three gorgeous air hostesses all engaged to him without knowing about each other. It is all a question of timetables and a reliable maid who never forgets to change the photos in the bedroom.
However, Bernard’s perfect life is thrown into turmoil when a new and speedier Boeing jet and changed flight schedules could mean the end to his elaborate charade. His friend, Robert, comes to stay and becomes embroiled in the chaos when all three fiancées arrive in town simultaneously and Bernard enlists his help
Fasten your seatbelts. It’s going to be a bumpy ride!.
Directors Helen Pullar and Robyn Flashman and set designer, Ian Pullar, have been along for the ride with Ipswich Little for the full 50 years and, together with the talented cast, are proudly presenting this hilarious production carrying on the theatre company’s renowned tradition of high quality live theatre.
Bookings for this frantic, fun-filled farce can be made online at www.ilt.org.au or at the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre (3281 0555) Public nights are November 22, 23, 29, and 30 at 8pm and the very popular Sunday matinees on November 17 and 24 at 2pm.
Tickets are $22 each for adults, $18 concession and students.
