This a stage adaptation of
Ken Russell’s movie of the same name by Ricado Pinto, who also
directs and stars in this erotic psychological thriller.
Struggling family man and
Private investigator Bobby Grady, David Nicholson, is hired to
check on fashion designer Joanna by her boss, but Joanna is also
leading a double life as China Blue, a hooker playing out the
weird sex games of her clients. Laura Meakin plays with demanding
role with style. As well as investigating her, Bobby falls for
Joanna due to the imminent breakdown of his marriage.
Father Peter, Ricado Pinto,
is a priest determined to save China Blue from herself and
possibly save himself from his perverted ways into the bargain.
Other cast members Laura
Hooper, Simone Laraway and Steve Kent play all the supporting
roles that contribute to this hard hitting and violent play that
is also strewn with strong language, sexual scenes and nudity.
There is clever use of the
available space and the direction and design are in keeping with
the plays content. However, the same content would not make it
everyone’s taste so if you are offended by material of this
nature perhaps this is not the play for you.
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