Would you lend a friend money without expecting it to be paid back?
This question lies at the heart of the David Williamson smash hit comedy, Money and Friends, about to open at Noosa’s Arts Theatre on Weyba Road, Noosaville.
Directed by David’s son Rory, and featuring professional actor Felix Williamson, Money and Friends is set in a seaside town called Crystal Inlet where a group of friends are forced to face how much their friendships are truly worth.
Opinions like “You can ask a friend for anything except money” and “If friendship had any reality, money would be the test” are played out in this comedy that runs from 21 July to 13 August.
NIDA-trained Rory and Felix Williamson will be sharing their skills with the local cast and crew as they did last year with David’s sold out comedy, Up for Grabs.
Felix has starred in productions for Sydney Theatre Company, State Theatre of SA, Bell Shakespeare and Sydney’s Ensemble Theatre and in television series such as Underbelly, Wentworth, Rake, also playing former PM Paul Keating in the mini-series Hawke.
The local cast includes Zoe Griffen, Jo Hendrie, Frank Wilkie, Patrick Reed, Yannick Marot, Sepi Burgiani, Rebecca Munasinghe and Jackson O’Sullivan.
Theatre spokesperson Maria Karambelas said Noosa’s community theatre was fortunate to have David as patron and opportunities for aspiring actors and directors to learn from industry professionals, such as Rory and Felix.
“The ultimate goal is our audience’s enjoyment, and a show like Money and Friends is a great way to have some fun after a few tough years.”
Warning: Adult themes and content. The easily offended must not attend.
The play opens 21 July and runs until 13 August. Bookings on noosaartstheatre.org.au or 5449 9343.
