Classic Australian film by Working Dog coming to Her Majesty’s Theatre in March
The classic Australian film 'The Castle' is being adapted into a stage show to celebrate its 30th anniversary. The creators aim to update the story for modern audiences while maintaining the original's emotional core.
Why it matters
The film is a significant piece of Australian cultural history, and its transition to the stage highlights the enduring popularity of local storytelling.
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Share A A A There was a time when The Castle popped up on telly so regularly that its creators feared it might soon wear out its welcome entirely.
“After about the eighth time, I said to everyone, ‘Hey, we’ve got to stop them because people are going to hate it’,” says Rob Sitch, who directed the 1997 movie, and co-wrote it with his Working Dog colleagues Tom Gleisner, Santo Cilauro and Jane Kennedy.
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