THE BEAUTY THIEF
WINNER OF THE CANBERRA CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FOR THEATRE 2021
“The Beauty Thief” challenges expectations of what we think people should want. Of what constitutes beauty, and in what form it should be desired. Of what values can be more powerful than power.
Canberra’s mixed ability theatre for social change company, Rebus Theatre, presents The Beauty Thief. Devised by a cast of thespians of all abilities, The Beauty Thief is a reflection on the idea of beauty, and its relationship to worth and power. In the form of a traditional fairy tale, the story unfolds using minimal dialogue, relying on movement and music to tell the tale, with dance sequences performed by the CDTeens from Canberra Dance Theatre. The Beauty Thief is funny, moving and thought-provoking.
The production includes original music by Marlene Radice, striking costumes by Victoria ‘Fi’ Hopkins, lighting design by Ali Clinch, and is directed by Robin Davidson and Sammy Moynihan.