Control at Explosives Factory Tickets
About Control
In the not-so-distant future, a heavily pregnant ex-ballerina, a child detective, a bitter puppeteer and a feminist pop princess hurtle towards Mars in a Big Brother-style spaceship. The world is watching. Isn’t it?
On the eve of a revolution, Nicki and Caroline attempt to gain control over their lives as their AI superior Alex, dances the night away.
And on New Earth, Esta and Isabelle forge hope through a new kind of relationship.
Director Olivia Staaf draws on her background in science communication and ecological performance making to realise Control as an experiential voyage for audiences.
Spanning across half a century from Melbourne to Mars, Control is a startling and provocative play by Keziah Warner that delves deep into our relationship with technology: its moral ambiguities, its dependencies, and its potential.
Run time
1hr 30min.
Categories
Start date
22nd October, 2025
End date
1st November, 2025
Venue
Explosives Factory | Theatre Works
Accessibility
Explosives Factory is accessed via a flight of stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
Directions
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAM: Tram: 3/3a and 67
BY BUS: Buses: 600, 246, 922 and 923
More information about Control
“...delivers on its promise for bold storytelling” - My Melbourne Arts (flatpack)
★★★★★ “A play which demands to be watched. Acerbic and assured, Control consistently delivers unforgettable moments of hilarity and pathos.” - The Music
WRITER: Keziah Warner
DIRECTOR: Olivia Staaf
LIGHTING DESIGNER: Tomas Gerasimidis
SET & COSTUME DESIGNER: Silvia Weijia Shao
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of Control?
Control runs for 1hr 30min.
Which theatre is Control at?
Control is at St Kilda's Explosives Factory | Theatre Works, which is located at 67 Inkerman Street, St Kilda, 3182.
How do you get tickets for Control?
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