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Prepare for scares with this West End spine-chiller. Until the end of the year, all visitors must be fully vaccinated and you’re required to wear a mask at all times. Thanks for your understanding.
- Writer Susan Hill
Stephen Mallatratt - Director Mark Kilmurry
- Cast Garth Holcombe
Jamie Oxenbould - Assistant Director Rachel Chant
- Set & Costume Designer Hugh O'Connor
- Lighting Designer Trudy Dalgleish
- Sound Designer Michael Waters
- Costume Supervisor Margaret Gill
- 12 - 12 Dec 2021
- 2hrs (including interval)
- Recommended for ages 12+
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Hearing Loop
- Audio Described (selected dates)
- This production contains water based haze
Overview
This season, one of the most thrilling and long-running plays in West End history makes its way to the close quarters of Ensemble’s intimate stage.
Mr Kipps (Jamie Oxenbould, BABY DOLL) is troubled by disturbing memories of his journey to fog bound Eel Marsh, where Mrs Drablow’s lonely house stands in isolation. Trapped by the fog, he witnessed mysterious events he would rather forget, but cannot. In desperation, he enlists the help of an actor (Garth Holcombe, TRIBES) to tell his tale and exorcise the demons that haunt his dreams. As the two men become immersed in Kipps’ story, eerie events materialise from the mists of the past and begin to haunt the present.
Susan Hill’s classic ghost story, adapted for the stage by Stephen Mallatratt, will have you watching through your fingers, laughing out loud, and gasping at the spooky twists in an unforgettable theatrical experience.
Ticket Prices
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Subscription ticket prices and info on how to book can be found here.
For group bookings of 10+, please call Box Office (02) 8918 3400 or email boxoffice@ensemble.com.au.
Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection. $6 transaction fee applies.
| SINGLE TICKETS | PREVIEWS | IN SEASON |
|---|---|---|
| FULL PRICE | $74 | $79 |
| SENIORS CARD | $71 | $76 |
| PENSIONER | $67 | $72 |
| 30 OR UNDER | $38 | $43 |
| FULL-TIME STUDENT | $38 | $43 |
| MEAA/AWG | $38 | $43 |
| SCHOOL GROUPS | $25 | $25 |
| GROUP 10-19 | $71 | $76 |
| GROUP 20+ | $67 | $72 |
Reviews
"The Woman in Black is a love letter to the theatre and to the acting profession and it’s here that Kilmurry’s production shines" Limelight
"Kilmurry superbly marshals the actors through changing realities" The Sydney Morning Herald
"Oxenbould is joined, on stage, by Garth Holcombe, and they are an excellent pair of storytellers... truly compelling" Time Out
"The abiding pleasure is Oxenbould and Holcombe’s splendid double act. It’s a joy to see them at work" Limelight
“For those who enjoy theatre of the imagination with some frights along the way, this show is a treat.” Sydney Arts Guide
Cast & Creatives
Susan Hill
Writer
Stephen Mallatratt
Playwright
Mark Kilmurry
Ensemble Theatre: MCGUFFIN PARK, UNCLE VANYA, THE GREAT DIVIDE, MIDNIGHT MURDER AT HAMLINGTON HALL, BENEFACTORS, RHINESTONE REX AND MISS MONICA, BOXING DAY BBQ, A DOLL’S HOUSE, THE WOMAN IN BLACK, OUTDATED, KENNY, CRUNCH TIME, THE ODD COUPLE, THE LAST WIFE, MURDER ON THE WIRELESS, THE BIG TIME, THE NORMAN CONQUESTS, SHIRLEY VALENTINE, TAKING STEPS, NEVILLE’S ISLAND, TWO, ODD MAN OUT, RELATIVELY SPEAKING, BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, BETRAYAL, GOOD PEOPLE, MY ZINC BED, EDUCATING RITA, ABSENT FRIENDS, OTHER DESERT CITIES, THE ANZAC PROJECT, RICHARD III, THE GLASS MENAGERIE, FRANKENSTEIN, MANAGING CARMEN, RED, THE SPEAR CARRIER and HAMLET. THE ODD COUPLE; The Comedy Theatre, Melbourne & Theatre Royal, Sydney for Crossroads Live Australia. Film: Co-writer and co-director of BEING GAVIN. Literature Illustration: CAPTAIN COURAGEOUS.
Rachel Chant
Assistant Director
Garth Holcombe
Cast
Jamie Oxenbould
Cast
Hugh O’Connor
Set & Costume Designer
Trudy Dalgleish
Lighting Designer
Michael Waters
Sound Designer
Ruth Hollows
Stage Manager
Lauren Tulloh
Assistant Stage Manager
Margaret Gill
Margaret is a freelance theatre milliner, costume cutter / maker
Film credits: AUSTRALIA; THE GREAT GATSBY; X MEN ORIGINS, WOLVERINE; UNBROKEN; THE GODDESS; PETER RABBIT. Theatre credits: FAME (John Frost ); KING KONG (Global Creatures); HENRY V (Bell); HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (Global Creatures /Dreamworks); THE KING & I (OA); THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST (Sport for Jove); THE NUTCRACKER (Aust Ballet); ALADDIN (Disney); MY FAIR LADY (Gordon Frost/OA); SIDESHOW ALLEY; LET’S MISBEHAVE; VELVET ROPE; SEVEN; LIFE AS WE KNOW IT (Grayboy Entertainment/Nigel Shaw Designs). TV: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE; A PLACE TO CALL HOME; HI 5; BROCK. For Ensemble: SEMINAR; CAMP; A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD; OTHER DESERT CITIES; DARK VOYAGER; LADIES IN LAVENDER; RELATIVELY SPEAKING; THE GOOD DOCTOR; 6 DANCE LESSONS IN SIX WEEKS; DREAM HOME; WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?; EDUCATING RITA; THE ANZAC PROJECT; THE SHOEHORN SONATA. This year Margaret has had the pleasure of working on the soon to be released film PETER RABBIT (2018) as costume maker and as a milliner on THE MERRY WIDOW (OA).
COVID Safety Measures
Your safety is our priority so there will be some additional measures in place including checking the COVID-19 vaccination status of all eligible customers before entry and wearing a mask at all times.
If you cannot present proof of full vaccination or a medical contraindication certificate on arrival at the theatre, you will not be permitted access. Every effort will be made to accommodate reasonable exchange or return requests, but full vaccination is a clear condition of entry for the remainder of 2021 performances so will not automatically entitle you to a refund.
Thanks for your support and understanding.
Special performance dates
Please use the calendar above to select your date and book tickets.
Audio Described
- Thu 15 Jul 11am
- Sat 17 Jul 4:30pm
Tactile Tours are available 1 hour prior to Audio Described performances, please contact the Box Office to book.
Q&A Session
- Fri 25 Jun 8:15pm
- Tue 20 Jul 11am
Free Teen
- Wed 21 Jul 7:30pm
Director's Note
“When I saw the original production of THE WOMAN IN BLACK I remember jumping out of my skin at a certain point in the play in a twist I really didn’t see coming! But apart from the jumps and scares this is a beautifully written thriller, clever, smart and fabulously entertaining. With actors as talented as Jamie Oxenbould and Garth Holcombe, I can’t wait to share those seat gripping moments!” – Director Mark Kilmurry
Watch the Trailer
Behind the Scenes Experience
Director at Work
As part of a small group, observe Director Mark Kilmurry at work in the rehearsal room and see THE WOMAN IN BLACK come to life.
THE WOMAN IN BLACK with Mark Kilmurry
Date: Thu 20 May
Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
DOWNLOAD THE PROGRAM
Discover more about THE WOMAN IN BLACK with our digital program. It’s packed full of info about the show including a note from Artistic Director Mark Kilmurry, synopsis, photos and more!
