On a long stretch of highway, in the middle of here and there, Clyde’s truck stop diner sizzles with the aroma of possibility and redemption. Between slinging grilled cheese and tuna melts, the formerly incarcerated kitchen staff at Clyde’s dream of creating the perfect recipe. Led by sandwich sensei Montrellous, can the team juggle customer orders, dark pasts and their boss’ incessant mind games to avoid having their aspirations burnt to a crisp?
Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner (for RUINED and SWEAT) Lynn Nottage layers ripe wit, flavourful characters and surprises in this poignant story of sandwiches and second chances.
Ensemble presents the Australian premiere of this Tony Award nominated 2021 Broadway play, one that will leave you satisfied long after you’ve left the theatre.
This production is supported by Mark Kilmurry & Jacqui Taffel.
★★★★ “Nancy Denis earns every laugh in her delicious new role.” - The Sydney Morning Herald
“a feisty comedy filled with collegial banter” - Limelight
"The zinger lines and food humour leave you laughing out loud” - Time Out
"Sometimes a hero is more than just a sandwich." - (for 2021 Broadway production) The New York Times
"Funny and warm ... a winning recipe." - (for 2021 Broadway production) Deadline
"An absolutely thrilling experience." - (for 2021 Broadway production) The Hollywood Reporter
Playwright: Lynn Nottage
Director: Darren Yap
Assistant Director: Ayeesha Ash
Set & Costume Designer: Simone Romaniuk
Lighting Designer: Morgan Moroney
Composer & Sound Designer: Max Lambert and Roger Lock
Stage Manager: Lauren Tulloh
Costume Supervisor: Monica Smith
Dialect Coach: Linda Nicholls-Gidley
Intimacy, Movement & Fight Director: Nigel Poulton
Cast: Charles Allen, Gabriel Alvarado, Nancy Denis, Aaron Tsindos and Ebony Vagulans
1hr 30mins (no interval)
May 5th, 2023
June 10th, 2023
Plays, Theatre
Ensemble Theatre
Recommended for ages 14+
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