A wry, funny tale of an English migrant, Julie and a dinky-di Aussie, Gail who find that their experiences with men have given them a lot in common. Julie is a happily married woman whose only worries seem to be her teenage kids and what to make for dinner. However, soon after meeting Gail, her younger but worldlier neighbour, she is dumped by her husband for a woman half her age.
Julie is suddenly cast into middle age, sharing with the audience the all-too-common angst a woman faces as the undeniable physical and emotional changes occur. She creates poems to deal with her common ordinary life, which act as a window revealing insight and humour. Her poems further act as a brilliant counterpart to and commentary on the action of the play.
Both characters fill the stage with their infectious spirit and soul searching. Mutual support helps Julie and Gail through a year of upheaval which ultimately results in acceptance and empowerment. Julie finds love where she least expects it while Gail, in her own outrageous way, continues her quest for the perfect mate.
Girl Talk takes the audience on a lively, witty and often poignant journey of the growth of a friendship between two women. It’s a journey of learning and discovery. Some of the discoveries are traumatic but not only does the two women’s friendship survive the setbacks, it takes on a deeper significance as they accept what has happened and move forward in their lives
This play has been critically acclaimed in the UK, USA and South Africa. It toured Australia with Hit Productions.
“Everything about ‘Girl Talk’ says ‘hit’. It… is finely written, matches wit with pathos and the performances are excellent.”
Catherine Lambert, Sunday Herald Sun.
“The show is a sure-fire winner.” Helen Thomson, The Age.
“As the story infolded the mainly female audience at the Playhouse would erupt into spontaneous applause as they recognised a friend, a relative or themselves on stage. Playwright Patrick Edgeworth must be a master eavesdropper – he’s got girl talk to a T. And Jacki and Christen brilliantly milk every line for emotions, the highs and the lows. Their timing is superb.“
Post Impressions, Perth.
“Girl Talk is a warm comedy full of depth and understanding, addressing emotionally charges issues through a light-hearted, humorous approach.“
Tertangala, Journal of Wollongong University Student Association.
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Plot / Synopsis
Set in the living room of a home in a typical Australian suburb.
Cast
Julie Wilson - English,