PROTEIN returns to the stage in August after a popular Midsumma premier. This sassy laugh-out-loud one-handed comedy promises an energetic and hilarious performance by emerging playwright A. J. Ridefelt.

After lockdown, soy-boy Charlie decides to give up pornography and hit the gay dating scene. Sex proves to be a disastrous distraction from self-loathing, and he soon realises that being emotionally unhinged, cynical and bored makes him a difficult romantic candidate. Also, his pet goldfish Bob is horribly depressed.

A. J. Ridefelt is a Melbourne-based writer known for his witty and thought-provoking work. Writing credits include Post A New Musical (Something Blue Productions 2019), Songs of the Northern River (The MC Showroom Hatchery Sponsorship 2019) and Tied Up With Strings (Hope. New Works Development Initiative 2020).

“Ridefelt’s writing is absolutely flawless – effortlessly shifting from comedy to heartbreak to hilarious despair to naive hope…” - Australian Arts Review

*Content Warning: Contains mature themes, course language and sexual references. Parental discretion recommended for people under the age of 18.

 EVENT DETAILS:

TIME/DATES: 6:30PM, 16TH – 19TH & 2PM, 18TH - 19TH SEPTEMBER, 2021

DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERMISSION, DOORS AND BAR OPEN 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW.

*If due to COVID restrictions the event is not able to go ahead, you will be entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.