The Heretic

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Event The Heretic
Venue Playhouse (Sydney Opera House), Sydney, NSW
First Date 6 May 1985
Opening Date 8 May 1985
Last Date 22 July 1985
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere Yes
Description The story of Giordano Bruno - scenes from the trial, torture and burning at the stake for heresy 370 years ago. The message then and today is that no one should be required to sell his soul to anyone who promised him order, discipline, social acceptance and three meals a day.
Description Source Brochure
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Drama
Historical
Subjects Religion
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Robin Bowering Actor
Raymond Duparc Actor
Ric Hutton Actor
Brian James Actor
Vicki Luke Actor
Jonathan Sweet Actor
David Spode Designer
William Redmond Director
Morris West Playwright
Further Information The programme contains brief biographies and photos.
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Brochure Sydney Opera House Diary Apr/May 1985
Programme Dennis Wolanski Library collection at UNSW Library
Brochure Sydney Opera House Diary Jun/Jul 1985
Event Identifier 25005