The Secret River

Important Information

Subscriber Briefing

FAQ’S

• How long is the performance and when does it start?

  All performances starts at 7.30pm and the duration is approximately 2 hours 50 minutes. There is one interval.

• Is the seating reserved?

  Yes – all seating is allocated by row and seat number in advance. Our staff will assist you to find the right seats.

• Where is it?

  The performance will take place at the Anstey Hill Recreation Park at Tea Tree Gully.

  It is accessible on foot from North East Road through the Park’s Gate 1 entrance (about 100 metres East of the Gully Hotel).

  The Car Park entrance will be accessible off Perseverance Road (Gate 2).

• How do I get there? Is Parking available?

  By Car/Parking

  The travel time from the CBD of Adelaide is approximately 30 minutes depending on traffic.

  There will be a carpark area created on site, within the park, with a $10 parking fee applicable (please bring cash). Access will be off Perseverance Road. From the Car Park there is a 400m (10-15 minute) walk up a graded track (with a slight incline) through the bush to the performance area.

  For those with mobility issues, a shuttle service will be available to transport you from the Car Park to the performance area.

  Advance bookings are not available for the Car Park. The Car Park is being operated by the Rotary Club of Morialta and part proceeds are going towards their support of Indigenous Health Scholarships.

  Bus

  State Theatre Company will be running a return trip bus service to the show each night. A bus will leave from the Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide at 6.00pm travelling express to drop off right at the performance area. It will then return to the city immediately after the performance. The bus will arrive back in the city at approximately 11pm.
  Cost: $15 return.

  Please note: Capacity is limited. Tickets must be booked online at least 48 hours in advance via the link below. No money will be accepted on the day.
  Click here to book now

  Taxi

  A licenced taxi will charge approximately $45 each way. Uber is likely to be cheaper but rates vary depending on demand.

  Public Transport

  There is a bus service (Route 557 from the Adelaide CBD) to Tea Tree Gully and the site is a further walk of about 10 – 15 minutes from the closest bus stop (Stop 51B). About 1 hour would need to be allowed for travel from the CBD. Information on bus routes and timetables is available via Adelaide Metro.

• How far do I have to walk?

  The walk from both the park’s main entrance (off North East Road) is approximately 400 metres uphill via a sealed road. The walk from the Car Park area inside the park to the performance site is also approximately 400m via a graded track (at a slight incline).

  For those not capable of walking this distance from the Car Park, a shuttle service will be able to transport you from the Car Park to the performance site.

• What access facilities will be available?

  Wheelchair Accessibility

  There are reserved seats for pre-booked wheelchair seating in the front row of the auditorium.

  Patrons with Limited Mobility

  There will be a small designated parking area separate from the main carpark, right next to the performance area for those with a valid disabled parking permit. Accessible parking sites are limited, so we advise you to let us know you are coming in advance so that you ensure you don’t miss out. Please email us on info@statetheatrecompany with details of the performance you are attending.

  Patrons with Vision Problems

  There will be an Audio Described performance on Tuesday March 14^th with a Touch Tour and Briefing prior to the show at 6.30pm.

  Patrons with Hearing Problems

  Unfortunately we are not able to assist with audio reinforcement as this is an improvised venue. We recommend that you check your seats carefully when booking and request seats towards the front. As sales are quite strong, you may have to check availability on a number of performances to secure seats towards the front.

• Can I buy tickets at the door?

  If the performance is not sold out, limited tickets will be available to purchase from the bar on site on the night. Availability is not guaranteed, so we recommend you pre-purchase your tickets via BASS to secure your seat.

• What facilities are there on site?

  There will be toilets, a bar, and hot beverages are available for purchase. The Gully Hotel are serving light meals and hot snacks on site from 6pm each evening in The Secret River bar area, with EFTPOS facilities available..

  We would recommend you try the local pubs and restaurants right out the front of the park, The Fox and Firkin, Ruby Raja, Mangosteen, The Topiary Cafe and the Tea Tree Gully Hotel.

• What if there is bad weather?

  As the performance is outdoors without any cover, the show will be susceptible to the weather. In the event of cancellation due to forecast rain or catastrophic fire danger, BASS will notify ticket holders via text message or email to arrange ticket transfers or refunds. The Adelaide Festival website will also be updated regularly in the event of extreme forecast weather, so if you are unsure whether a performance is going ahead, please check the website for details.

• What should I wear?

  As the show is being held in a national park we would recommend sensible footwear. Remember that, even on a hot day in Adelaide, the temperature can drop significantly after nightfall, so we advise you to check the forecast and dress appropriately. We strongly suggest you bring a jacket and/or blanket.

• Director

  Neil Armfield

• Artistic Associate

  Stephen Page

• Set Designer

  Stephen Curtis

• Costume Designer

  Tess Schofield

• Lighting Designer

  Mark Howett

• Composer

  Iain Grandage

• Sound Designer

  Steve Francis

• Cast

  Georgia Adamson
  Joshua Brennan
  Jaydan Bush
  Liam Clarke
  Shak Cook
  Marcus Corowa
  Liam Daughtry
  Jules Dawson,
  Hugo De Guzman
  Nathaniel Dean
  Frances Djulibing
  Stephen Goldsmith
  Jennifer Hagan
  Ningali Lawford-Wolf
  Dylan Miller
  Colin Moody
  Richard Piper
  Sebastien Skubala
  Bruce Spence
  Matthew Sunderland
  Natasha Wanganeen