IF I DROWN I CAN SWIM

27 August - 11 September 2010 @ YY Theatre Space

What makes a man? How do we unlearn things passed down from generations? How do men learn from love?

A Corazon de Vaca Production, presented by Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company, IF I DROWN I CAN SWIM is based on the poetry of Maitland Schnaars, who talks with subtle whispers and brutal strength about identity, what it is to be a man and the meaning of heritage.

Mixing styles of writing is as much a part of Corazon de Vaca’s vision for a contemporary theatre as is mixing performance styles and performance media. IF I DROWN I CAN SWIM combines an already hybrid text with movement, digital visual media and live music.

“I am excited this production is having its World Premiere at Yirra Yaakin. It adds to the artistic vibrancy of our season by providing a new contemporary Indigenous theatre style unseen anywhere else. Not be missed.” Kyle Morrison, Artistic Director

This play contains strong language and adult themes. May not be suitable for ages under 15 years of age.

Starring: Maitland Schnaars

Director: Julian Fuentes Reta
Writer: Maitland Schnaars

DURATION: 60mins
TIME: Evenings - 6pm (Tuesday-Thursday) and 7.30pm(Friday-Saturday)
2pm Matinee : Saturday, 4th and 11th of September

Doors will open 45mins prior to show with drinks and light refreshments available to purchase.

In association with Corazon de Vaca