THE SOCIAL LADDER tickets
About THE SOCIAL LADDER
Katie doesn’t want a taste of the high life — she wants a seat at the table. When she invites elite Sydney power couple and art collecting heavyweights Charles (Andrew McFarlane) and Catherine Mallory over for dinner, Katie’s all in. She’s betting big on charm, fine wine and a jaw-dropping painting she’s hired to add a stroke of “wow” to the walls. She’s got one chance to climb the social ladder, and she’s not about to waste it.
As drinks flow and polite facades start to crack, the evening unravels into a night of lies, cover ups and social desperation.
With his signature satirical bite, David Williamson AO dissects the fragile performance of status — and the outrageous lengths we’ll go just to be seen.
Know before you go
Audio Described: Thu 19 Feb 11am & Sat 21 Feb 3pm | Q&A Sessions: Thu 5 Feb 11am & Fri 20 Feb 7.30pm
Run time
1hr 50min. Incl. 1 interval.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 12+.
Start date
23rd January, 2026
End date
14th March, 2026
Venue
Ensemble Theatre
Accessibility
Ensemble Theatre is fully wheelchair accessible, has wheelchair friendly seating and F row in our theatre has street level access.
A hearing loop amplifies sound to seats throughout the theatre. Please contact 02 8918 3400 if you would like to use this service and a receiver will be available to collect from the Box Office.
Directions
BY TRAIN:
The next stop north after Wynyard Station, take the train to Milsons Point station, exit at Ennis Rd and it’s just a 5 minute walk down Willoughby Street.
BY FERRY:
The most scenic way to travel, treat yourself and jump on a ferry from Circular Quay to Milsons Point (a 10 – 15 minute walk) or Kirribilli Wharf (also, a 10 – 15 minute walk).
BY CAR:
There’s free (but time-limited) street parking all around the theatre. Please allow ample time to park before your performance or booking at Bayly’s Bistro.
More information about THE SOCIAL LADDER
★★★★★ "Williamson’s dialogue is once again sharp as cut crystal" - What's the Show
★★★★★ "a raucous night of theatre... a play that has the audience in near-constant fits of laugher." - Bacchus at the Theatre
★★★★ "Such fun." - Stage Noise
★★★★ "one of [Williamson's] best." - Theatre Now
"This is classic Williamson, replete with witty observations and great one-liners." - The Sydney Morning Herald
Playwright: David Williamson AO
Director: Janine Watson
Cast of 6 Includes:
Mandy Bishop, Sarah Chadwick, Andrew McFarlane
Tickets
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