THEATRE enthusiasts can enjoy a comedic romp through the high seas at the Mates Theatre Genesis 2020 Australia Day play.
The play, to be staged at Redland Museum from January 25 to February 7, will be preceded by dinner under the stars.
It continues a 13-year tradition of presenting Australia Day plays between Redland Museum and Mates Theatre Genesis.
Sailing South follows the Honourable Justice Eustace McDonald, who spends his days sentencing petty criminals to be deported to the colonies.
He is horrified to learn that his well to do mother, Lavinia has enlisted him as a Captain in the Navy.
Crewed by a colourful array of prisoners including Toby, the pickpocket, Mabel, the cook, "Ladies of the Night", Charlot and Denise and Ben, the gullible cabin boy, the good ship Venus sets sail for a rollicking voyage to remember.
Anything and everything can go awry with the inexperienced crew and captain.
With threats of mutiny, on-board recreation activities, and audience participation, players described Sailing South as a merry frolic en route to colonial Australia.
More information on performance dates (evenings and matinees) is at redlandmuseum.org.au.
Tickets for Sailing South are expected to sell quickly. Evening performances including dinner are $39 per person while matinee performances with afternoon tea are $29 per person.
Book online at redlandmuseum.org.au or by contacting the Museum on phone 3286 3494.
