The Yellow Line

Essence Theatre Productions and Nga Matai Purua Inc. proudly present

The Yellow Line

Directed and written by Alaine Beek and Berne-Lee (Nana) Edwards

Two worlds one line.

A powerful true story Essence Theatre Productions and Nga Matai Purua Inc. (NMP) bring audiences a gripping new work inspired by events at Port Phillip Prison now set to close in 2025 amid major prison reforms.

Based on NMP President Tyson Tuala's real-life experience at the heart of The Yellow Line stands Jordan - a young Pasifika guard tasked with teaching Haka to a bunch of disconnected and disinterested prison inmates. As Jordan walks the metaphorical (and literal) yellow line that separates guard from prisoner this compelling new Australian work asks; What does redemption look like when you carry the weight of culture identity and justice on your shoulders

A story of humour vulnerability and connection The Yellow Line also shares important insight into the Victorian justice system through a Maori and Pasifika Lens.

Running for three performances only at the newly refurbished Wyndham Cultural Centre in July don't miss the opportunity to experience a show that had audiences raving with standing ovations after the premiere season.

One of the most enduring and successful independent theatre companies in Victoria Essence Theatre Productions was founded by Alaine Beek and launched in 2003 with a focus on bringing Australian stories to life through performance. They are the resident theatre company at Werribee Park and have a strong collection of other original works that include The Dress The Scrunch Test Down to Earth A Good Coffee Jack and Millie and their season of Point of No Return which toured nationally to rave reviews. The company also works extensively with young adults through its Say It Out Loud Youth Drama Program.

Nga Matai Purua Inc. (NMP) is an independent not-for-profit Maori incorporated association based in Melbourne Victoria Australia. They exist to uplift and advance Maori through Kapa Haka education cultural leadership advocacy and community connection.

The production is proudly supported by the Malcolm Robertson Foundation The Scanlon Foundation and the Wyndham City Council

Written by Alaine Beek and Berne-Lee (Nana) Edwards
Directed by Alaine Beek and Berne-Lee Edwards
Cultural Consultant: Berne-Lee Edwards
Performed by Kodie Heremia Phil Cameron-Smith Cam Venn DJ Ahipene Thisara Hewamanne Elijah Logo Wiremu Morris Ross Daniels and Bronwynne Adeang
Publicity by Sassy Red PR

Duration: 85 minutes no interval
Age suitability: 16+
Warnings: Strong coarse language adult themes

26 and 27 July
Sat 2pm and 7:30pm Sun 5pm

Venue: Wyndham Cultural Centre - 177 Watton Street Werribee

Accessibility: The Wyndham Cultural Centre is a wheelchair-accessible venue. Please contact the venue directly with any other questions about accessibility on 1300 023 411 or mail@wyndham.vic.gov.au

Tickets: $50 Full $38 Grps 6+ $33 and Mob Tix (+bf)

Book Online Here



Times: Sat 2pm and 7:30pm Sun 5pm


 Wyndham Cultural Centre View Venue
 177 Watton Street Werribee Victoria 3030 Map

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