Classic Australian film The Castle gets adapted for the stage
The classic Australian film 'The Castle' is being adapted into a stage production set to premiere in Melbourne in 2027. The original writers are penning the script, which will include updates to reflect modern life.
Why it matters
The adaptation of a culturally significant film demonstrates the enduring popularity of Australian cinema and its transition into live theater.
The Castle produced often quoted lines such as, ''Tell him he's dreaming''. ( Supplied: Working Dog productions )
Classic Australian feature film The Castle is being launched as a stage production, 30 years since it first came out.
The stage adaptation has been penned by the four original writers behind the film.
The tale of the Kerrigan family and the battle to save their home from an airport expansion will premiere at Melbourne's Her Majesty's Theatre in March 2027.
Link copied Share Share article To mark 30 years since The Castle first endeared itself to audiences, the classic Australian film is being launched as a stage production.
The film is responsible for oft-quoted lines such as "How's the serenity?" and "It's the vibe" — and it can only be hoped that the stage version will have the vibe of the much-loved feature.
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