The Cardinal Rules

Thursday 31 October 2024 to Saturday 02 November 2024

Overview

Can we stay silent and be good people? Facing the moments that shift our faith and perspective. With an original concept and story by Rose Maher, and directed by Ali Gordon, this inventive eulogy…

Can we stay silent and be good people? Facing the moments that shift our faith and perspective.

With an original concept and story by Rose Maher, and directed by Ali Gordon, this inventive eulogy mashes heartfelt personal storytelling with visually stunning physical theatre, inspired by Rose’s Catholic upbringing in Canberra circa 1997.

The Cardinal Rules explores the beauty and complexity of a tight-knit community, indoctrinated into silence when their voices were needed the most.

With a dynamic ensemble cast led by actor, theatre-maker and clown Rose Maher (A Midsummer Night’s Dream), we are transported into the childhood delight of the mystery of church, and the adult questioning of identity.

Touching and playful, this ambitious new work invites you into a conversation about the moments that shift our faith and perspective.