The Vessel at Theatre Works Tickets
About The Vessel
The Vessel is a deeply moving and compassionate journey into the life of Mary, a woman in the palliative stages of dementia. Through fragments of memory and feeling, Mary shares her story — one shaped by love, loss, and the quiet moments that linger long after words begin to fade.
This intimate new work gently explores the complex world of aged care — the emotional weight carried by those who give and receive care, and the small acts of tenderness that can offer comfort in the most uncertain of times.
The Vessel invites audiences to reflect, remember, and connect. It’s a heartfelt story for anyone who has cared for someone, watched a loved one change, or wondered what it means to truly be seen.
Run time
1hr. No interval.
Venue
Categories
Start date
14th October, 2025
End date
18th October, 2025
Venue
Theatre Works
Accessibility
Theatre Works Theatre Works is wheelchair accessible for audience members and performers. We have step-free access except to the seating bank. Our seating bank has 16 stairs to the top of the rafters.
Directions
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAM: Tram routes: 12, 16 & 96.
BY BUS: Bus routes: 600 Southland Shopping Centre to St Kilda Station / 623 Glen Waverley to St Kilda Station / 246 Elsternwick to Clifton Hill.
BY CAR: There is limited street parking available - it is advisable to arrive early to avoid disappointment.
More information about The Vessel
“A powerful yet intimate portrait of dementia. The door opened and memories came. Light, love, loss, fun and fear. Not gone, still present, in another dimension. Inviting us to take time for connection, validation and care. Brilliant script. Stelar cast." - Angela (Kerang) - 2023
Writer & Producer: Dawn Bamforth
Director and Technical Support: Paul Canlan
CAST
Mary: Suzanne Sandow
Simon (Nurse) and Joe: Ian Rooney
Kat (Daughter): Christina Curtain-Magee
Sally (Personal Care Assistant): Melanie Thomas
Grace (Volunteer): Isabella Harrod Speight
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of The Vessel?
The Vessel runs for 1hr. No interval.
Which theatre is The Vessel at?
The Vessel is at Melbourne's Theatre Works, which is located at 14 Acland Street, St Kilda, Melbourne, 3182.
How much are tickets for The Vessel?
The Vessel tickets start at $25.
How do you get tickets for The Vessel?
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