Driftwood:The Musical
Based on the memoir by Eva de Jong-Duldig
Book by Jane Bodie and Gary Abrahams
Music and Lyrics by Anthony Barnhill
An Umbrella Foundation Production
Australian Tour 2022/2023
Driftwood The Musical is a theatrical adaptation of Eva de Jong-Duldig’s critically acclaimed memoir ‘Driftwood – escape and survival through art’, which tells the inspirational story of the renowned Austrian/Australian sculptor Karl Duldig and his artist/inventor wife, Slawa Horowitz-Duldig. The story takes in their romantic and artistic lives in pre-war Vienna and Slawa’s ingenious invention of the foldable umbrella. We follow the family’s narrow escape from Nazi Austria, as well as the recovery of all their Viennese art and other possessions after the war.
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Spanning three continents and three generations, Driftwood is an epic story affirming the power of human creativity and familial bonds.
Book by Jane Bodie and Gary Abrahams
Music and Lyrics by Anthony Barnhill
Directed by Gary Abrahams
Set Design by Jacob Battista
Costume Design by Kim Bishop
Lighting Design by Harry Hogan
AV Design by Justin Gardham
Green Room Award Nominee: Music Theatre 2022
Best New Australian Music Theatre Writing - Jane Bodie and Gary Abrahams
★★★★ 1/2 “This is an excellent musical that is both powerful and poignant. Its construction is masterful and the story is incredible. I hope this production continues to grow as it really does deserve a strong platform to launch its powerful message.”
MUSICALTHEATRE.AU
★★★★ 1/2 “Driftwood the Musical presents a captivating tale of hope and perseverance ...The cast’s performances radiate infectious energy, embracing the audience in joyous Jewish family culture
The AU Review.com
If opening night’s standing ovation was any indication, Driftwood is a show which knows both itself and its intended (and wide-reaching) demographic very well....this experience packs quite the emotional punch... a significant addition to Australia’s vast musical theatre landscape.”
Theatre Matters
“An Australian musical of impressive quality and innate humanity, Driftwood the Musical deserves every success as it spreads its inspiring message of joy and hope.”
★★★★ - Man In Chair, Simon Paris
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