All dates at Grouse Melbourne, 171 Smith St, Fitzroy
Show length: 55minutes
- 3rd Oct 6pm
- 5th Oct 5pm – Auslan interpreted, low sensory, masks encouraged
- 16th Oct 7.15pm
- 17th Oct 7.15pm
IMAGE DESCRIPTION: The title Unbelievable is in a a pop art style, to the left of a very camp image of a light skinned woman in a pink wig a dress.
She’s holding a pink fake fur object and there are two additional images of her in a pink cowboy hat peaking out from behind the fur.
CONTENT ADVICE (some tiny spoilers)
| Technical Effect Advice | Technical Effect Description |
| – There will mostly be static lighting while Lucy tells stories – During one song in the show there will be a rainbow chase lighting effect | – There will be ambient lighting in the room and brighter lighting over the performance space – The rainbow chase will be colourful lighting – The music in the show will be amplified – Lucy will project her voice without the use of a microphone other than the song |
| Verbal Content Advice | Verbal Content Description |
| – The show is mostly talking – storytelling – The show includes themes of sexual assault, mental health, neurodiversity, queerness, cultural identity, bullying, drugs references, and sexual content – There will be some course language – The show is mostly funny but does have some pathos – There is a story that spans the show, which is about the death of a wild baby dolphin | – Lucy Best will be speaking in English throughout – She has an English accent – There is one repeated Spanish phrase – The first song is Kate Bush’s WOW – The second song is an original song about consent – The audience is encouraged to join in the songs – During the show Lucy will ask the audience a few questions and they’re invited to shout their answers back – The 5th October show will be Auslan interpreted |
| Visual Content Advice | Visual Content Description |
| – Lucy will be clowning and including elements of physical theatre in her performance, however most of the content is delivered from a standing position | – Due to the small performance space the show is not overly physical – Lucy will use a small step ladder to stand on and sit on the back of, to create height in the performance – Lucy is 152cm |
The Space
- There is a mix of flexible unfixed level seating during the show
- The width of space for wheelchairs via all access points is 80cm.
- There is one exit and entrance into the performance space
- It is a room with a bay window
- There is no raised stage
The Venue
- Though the main entrance is not wheelchair accessible, there is an alternative side entrance via Webb Street.
- Venue staff will need to assist by placing a ramp over the single step at the door.
- There are 2 x four hour accessible parking bays directly outside the venue on Webb Street.
- The bathrooms, while size-able, are not fully accessible and dependent on the access requirements.
- There is an accessible toilet located 130m from our venue at 112 Smith Street Collingwood.
- More info/map here… https://toiletmap.gov.au/6596
How to get to Grouse
- PTV
- Tram – The 86 tram stops on Smith St and gets you the nearest
- Train – the nearest station is Parliament
- Parking
- There is on street parking in the surrounding areas
- There is a car park at Coles across the street (but it is often full)
- Drop Off Spots
- Taxi/Ride Share can drop off on Smith or Webb streets
Support Resources
LGBTIQA+-Specific Support
- QLife: Provides anonymous and confidential peer support and referrals for LGBTIQA+ people via telephone and webchat, operating from 3 pm to midnight every day.
- ACON: A leading LGBTIQ+ health organisation in NSW offering a wide range of services and support, including TransHub, their digital platform for trans and gender diverse people.
- Switchboard Victoria: A community-run service providing peer-based support for LGBTIQA+ individuals and their allies.
- Rainbow Door: A service in Victoria connecting LGBTIQA+ people to different mental health and other support services.
- InterLink: Offers support for people living with innate variations of sex characteristics through trained counsellors and intersex peer workers.
General Crisis and Mental Health Support
- Lifeline:
A 24/7 telephone service providing crisis support and suicide prevention services.
- Beyond Blue:
Offers 24/7 telephone, online chat, and email support for people experiencing anxiety or depression.
Available 24/7 for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or distress.
- headspace: supporting the mental health of young people aged 12-25.
Feedback
For any feedback, questions or concerns please contact Lucy Best: lucy@lucybest