Heart is a Wasteland is a poignant two-hander by John Harvey that explores a turbulent love affair set against the backdrop of Australia’s expansive desert highways. The story follows Raye, a country-folk singer, and Dan, a miner, as they embark on a four-day journey to Alice Springs, confronting their personal struggles and the complexities of their pasts. Co-directed and performed by Maitland Schnaars and Claire Fermo, the play integrates original music and storytelling to delve into themes of love, loss, and belonging. This production marks the WA premiere of the work and is presented by Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company.
Cast and Creative Team for Heart is a Wasteland at Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company
Cast
Maitland Schnaars
Dan
Claire Fermo
Raye
Creative Team
Lydia Fairhall
Songwriter
Kira Feeney
Stage Manager
Emma Stirling
Assistant Stage Manager
Eilish Campbell
Designer
Bobbi Henry
Co-Director
Maitland Schnaars
Artistic Director
Maitland Schnaars
Co-Director
Lucy Birkinshaw
Lighting Designer
Rachael Dease
Composer & Sound Designer
Mia Holton
Projection Designer
Molly Tipping
Intimacy Choreographer
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