When truth is stranger than fiction…or is it?
Based on the 2002 hit film of the same name starring Leonardo Di Caprio and Tom Hanks, the adventure romp Catch Me If You Can captures the astonishing story of Frank Abignale Jr, a world-class con artist who passes himself off as a multitude of identities, including a doctor, a lawyer, and a jet pilot - all before the age of 21. When Frank’s antics catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, the story becomes a study of two sparring partners hot footing it across the globe yet connected by a secret mutual admiration.
Nominated for four Tony Awards including Best Musical, this fast-paced, entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team," with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a 60s swinging, big band score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray, Smash).
Returning to CLOC as director/set designer after a spectacular production of Jersey Boys will be Richard Perdriau. Making up the production team will be Musical Director, Tony Toppi (Mamma Mia) and a new face to CLOC as Choreographer, Felicity Bender.
Join us for a wild ride through the 1960’s with high energy dance numbers and a riveting story about an incredible con artist who manages to fool so many for so long, with nothing more than his charm, imagination and chutzpah.
Catch Me If You Can will take flight at the National Theatre St Kilda, May 12-27, 2023.
Preferential bookings open Monday February 13, 2023.
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PRODUCTION TEAM:
Directors: Richard Perdriau Musical Director: Tony Toppi Choreographer: Felicity Bender Costume Designer: Victoria Horne Set Designer: Richard Perdriau Lighting Designer: Brad Alcock Sound Designer: Marcello Lo Ricco Wig/Make Up Designer: David Wisken |
CAST:
PRINCIPALS Will Woods...............................Frank Abagnale Jr Tony Burge..............................Carl Hanratty Ric Birkett................................Frank Abagnale Sr Adrienne George.................Paula Abagnale India Morris.............................Brenda Strong ENSEMBLE Crysten Daniells, Bryce Dunn (Agent Branton), Scott England, Jordan French, Chloe Hancock, Emily Kay, Ellen Lane (Carol Strong), Kirsten Manuel, Louisa Mitchell, Tom Morley (Roger Strong), Katherine Salter, Joshua Saunders (Agent Cod), Jacob Sellenger, Tyler-Rose Shattock (Cheryl Ann), Andrew Steen, Daniel Steer (Agent Dollar), Christopher Tall, Kate Trickey |
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2023 PERFORMANCE DATES
Friday 12 May..........................................8pm Saturday 13 May...................................8pm Sunday 14 May......................................2pm (Matinee) Wednesday 17 May..............................8pm Thursday 18 May..................................8pm Friday 19 May..........................................8pm Saturday 20 May...................................8pm Sunday 21 May......................................2pm (Matinee) Wednesday 24 May..............................8pm Thursday 25 May..................................8pm Friday 26 May..........................................8pm Saturday 27 May...................................2pm (Matinee) |
TICKET SALE DATES & PRICES
Tickets go on sale in February 2023 Preferential discounts apply for bookings received and paid for by midnight Friday March 17, 2023: Adults..........................................................$58 Concession & Groups*....................$53 Child (16 and under) ........................$36 * Group: 15 tickets or more (excluding children) * Concession: Govt Age Pensions, Seniors Cards, Students 16+ From Saturday March 18, 2023 prices will be: Adults $64; Concessions & Groups $59; Child (16 and under) $40 ** A mail out fee of $2 per order delivered via Australia Post. No other fees apply Join our Mailing List to be informed when tickets go on sale |
Please note this production contains adult themes.
Covid Safe:
Our performances will be subject to COVID Safe protocols to ensure the health and safety of those involved. CLOC and The National Theatre will be operating in a primarily cashless environment, including offering you the option to pre-purchase a program with your ticket order. For National Theatre COVID Safe Policy see See http://nationaltheatre.org.au/covidsafe/
Flexible Ticket Policy:
We want you to have peace of mind when you book your tickets, so have adopted the following ticketing policy. If any show is cancelled, or if you are prevented from attending a performance due to a COVID related issue (eg if you are experiencing COVID symptoms and are required to isolate), you will be given the option to change your tickets to a later show, where safe and subject to availability, or receive a full refund of your ticket price.
Assistance:
If you have any special needs eg access to the theatre or require access to priority seating for sight, hearing or mobility issues, then please make sure you call our friendly ticket secretary as soon as possible on 1300 362 547 to make your booking. This is especially important for wheelchair patrons. Please note that motorised wheelchairs exceed the weight limit of the National Theatre stair climber, so it is important to speak to CLOC’s ticket secretary for further options. If you need to use the lift, then it is very important to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance.
Covid Safe:
Our performances will be subject to COVID Safe protocols to ensure the health and safety of those involved. CLOC and The National Theatre will be operating in a primarily cashless environment, including offering you the option to pre-purchase a program with your ticket order. For National Theatre COVID Safe Policy see See http://nationaltheatre.org.au/covidsafe/
Flexible Ticket Policy:
We want you to have peace of mind when you book your tickets, so have adopted the following ticketing policy. If any show is cancelled, or if you are prevented from attending a performance due to a COVID related issue (eg if you are experiencing COVID symptoms and are required to isolate), you will be given the option to change your tickets to a later show, where safe and subject to availability, or receive a full refund of your ticket price.
Assistance:
If you have any special needs eg access to the theatre or require access to priority seating for sight, hearing or mobility issues, then please make sure you call our friendly ticket secretary as soon as possible on 1300 362 547 to make your booking. This is especially important for wheelchair patrons. Please note that motorised wheelchairs exceed the weight limit of the National Theatre stair climber, so it is important to speak to CLOC’s ticket secretary for further options. If you need to use the lift, then it is very important to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance.
CLOC Musical Theatre presents
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN
May 12 - 27, 2023
The National Theatre Melbourne
20 Carlisle St, St Kilda
Book by TERRENCE MCNALLY
Music by MARC SHAIMAN
Lyrics by SCOTT WITTMAN & MARC SHAIMAN
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
