The Visit

The Visit is a powerful and unsettling classic by Friedrich Dürrenmatt that explores morality, justice and how far a town will go for riches. When the fabulously wealthy Claire Zachanassian sweeps back into her poor hometown, the locals welcome her with open arms—until she makes them an outrageous offer. She is prepared to give her hometown millions—but only in exchange for what she calls justice. What follows is a wickedly clever mix of comedy, suspense, and social satire, as the town’s morals slowly bend under the weight of temptation. Directed by Greg Elliott.

PERFORMANCE DATES

Blackwood Memorial Hall

Fridays 21 & 28 November, 8pm

Saturdays 22 & 29 November, 2pm & 8pm

CAST OF CHARACTERS

Claire Zachanassian: Erin McAllister
Anton Schill: Nic Betts
Mayor: Elisabeth Entraigues
Policeman Schultz: Matthew Chant
Professor: Laura Tregloan
Bobby the Butler: Rob de Kok
Pastor: Fabiola Calderon
Pedro [ Claire's 8th husband ]: Doug de Souza
Ottilie Schill [ and others ]: Kenya Styles
Man 1, Herr Hofbauer, Mathilde Schill, Koby: Annelise Fuller
Man 2, Herr Hellman, Lobby: Felicity Stanway

The Doctor, Villager: Katie Adams

We are still seeking additional cast members for the following roles:

The Son (aged around 20)

Villagers / Townsfolk (particularly seeking a couple of larger-built men)

Want to lend a hand behind the scenes?

We are interested in hearing from anyone keen to be a follow spot operator, assist with stage management, and other important crew roles. Experience would be great but not necessary! Get in touch to find out more.

Nominate your Charity!

We are inviting expressions of interest from local charities or non profit groups that would like to do some fundraising for their group. We are looking for up to five local groups (from the Blackwood area and surrounds) who can commit to bringing (at least) 10 people to our exclusive Charity Preview Night on Tuesday 18th November (just before our opening night on Friday 21st!) Tickets are available for the special price $20 per person, and all money from ticket sales goes back to your group! Your volunteers/members (and friends/family) enjoy a fun night out at the theatre, your group takes home the funds, and our cast gets a supportive audience. It's a win-win-win! Local schools, preschools, service clubs, special interest groups, charitable causes, etc, welcome! Contact us to nominate your group.

If you’re interested in getting involved in any of the above, please email blackwood.players@gmail.com or contact Greg on 0402 616 924.

Rehearsals are held at Blackwood Memorial Hall on Tuesday evenings and Sunday afternoons.

Following our successful presentation of The Government Inspector in August, we hope our community will again come out to support our final production for 2025. We look forward to seeing you at Blackwood Memorial Hall in November!

For more information about the show or to put your hand up to get involved as part of our crew or our front of house volunteer team, please contact Greg at blackwood.players@gmail.com or 0402 616 924.