Catface Productions Brings A Multi-award Winning Malaysian Musical THE EDGE To Australian Audiences For The Very First Time

Jarod. Lilly. Deanna. Michael. Ryan. April.

Six people who know Josh, an aspiring artist and a troubled young man. When Josh declares that he wishes to end his life, these six are forced to re-examine their relationships: with him, with one another, and with themselves.

The Edge is a dynamic new musical, originally staged in Malaysia and coming to Perth for the first time. A production that peers over the edge of the human condition and leaps into the complicated nature of relationships, it asks questions about affect, responsibility - and ultimately, forgiveness.

"The Edge is very unique in how it doesn't depict the act, and is not interested in shock value or shouting in an audience's face. It is firmly about those left behind, grappling with questions of if they could have done more and wondering if they were in some way responsible. We question the past, replaying it in our minds, looking for ways we could have done things differently; and it is all too futile. Even on a macro-level, with the general despair and insecurity around the environment, economy, and political spheres, shows like The Edge are needed now more than ever; while the content may be heavy, the hope contained within is so important and vital to so many people. That is why I want to make this show." - Levon J Polinelli | Director & Producer

"It is my hope that The Edge's upcoming season at The Blue Room Theatre will serve as yet another vehicle through which conversation on mental health issues can happen in Perth; and that other people who undergo self-doubt, self-esteem issues and self-loathing - all trademarks of depression - will see themselves reflected in the characters, to give them some small comfort in the knowledge that they are not alone in their struggles." - Nick Choo | Writer

Director and Producer: Levon J Polinelli / Book, Music and Lyrics: Nick Choo / Featuring: Claudia Van Zeller, Emerson Brophy, Grace Johnson, Madeleine Shaw, Philip Lynch, Tate Bennett / Musical Director: Harry Oliff / Designer: Sara Chirichilli / Stage Manager: Thomas Dimmick

Catface Productions was formed out of a desire to bring to Perth audiences great live entertainment across theatre, comedy, cabaret; and to work alongside and foster artists to develop works to their full potential. In its maiden year, Catface produced nine shows at FRINGE WORLD 2017 with numerous sold-out sessions, stellar reviews, a Best Comedy nomination, and over a thousand dollars raised for local charities.

Bookings/info: blueroom.org.au / 08 9227 7005