Amigos

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Event Amigos
Venue Newcastle Civic Theatre, Newcastle, NSW
Umbrella Event Inspirations 2004 Civic Theatre Newcastle
First Date 18 June 2004
Opening Date 18 June 2004
Last Date 19 June 2004
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere No
Part of a Tour Yes
Description At the 1968 Mexico Olympics, an Australian rowing team wins bronze. It's a moment of glory for four young idealists. Best mates, Golden Boys. The four Amigos. Of the four, three are still alive: Jim an investment banker who thinks an AC after his name might legitimise a life of squalid dealing; Dick, a heart surgeon, who can, if he chooses, put in a good word with the Honours Committee; and Stephen, the least successful, grieving the death of his son. They and their wives come together for a two-week holiday in paradise. Sure, there's a bit of bad blood between them and a few old scores to se
Description Source Other
Primary Genre Theatre - Spoken Word
Secondary Genre Comedy
Drama
Subjects Relationships
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Wendy Hughes Actor
Tony Llewellyn-Jones Actor
Garry McDonald Actor
Fiona Crombie Costume Designer
Jennifer Flowers Director
David Walters Lighting Designer
David Williamson Playwright
Michael Scott-Mitchell Set Designer
Works
Text Nationality Australia
Production Nationality Australia
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Brochure PROMPT Collection. National Library of Australia
Data Set AusStage
Event Identifier 62807