Saltwater Girls at The Motley WhereHaus

Saltwater Girls is a darkly funny new work by Lana Filies about attending Catholic school, discovering her sexuality, and trying to make sense of all the things she was taught to be ashamed of. Through storytelling and poetry Lana moves between memories of girlhood, first crushes, Catholic rituals, complicated relationships and the difficult business of becoming yourself. There are hymns, school bells, Gossip Girl, a healthy amount of lesbian yearning and, inevitably, Sappho.

“Must see! Beautiful writing, which is further lifted by her natural wit, comedic timing and charisma.” - Sydney Travel Guide

“A sharp, soulful new work. It’s the kind of work that lingers after the lights come up.” - Big Gay Guide

Dates 5 - 11 Oct 2026

Duration 50min

Tickets Full: $30.00 Concession: $22.00 Hump Day Discount: $22.50 Fringe Member Discount: $22.50 Blak Tix: $10.00 Group 4+: $25.00 Babes in Arms allowed. BOOK NOW

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Event Warning Mild coarse language

Content Warning Mental Health, Misogyny, References to Queerphobia or Homophobia