The first joyride

In this episode, discover the extraordinary journey that led Ana and Courtney to forge a creative partnership and birth Crash Theatre Company. Unveil the fascinating tale of their humble beginnings, their collaborative process, and the trials and triumphs they encountered along the way.

 

CONTENT WARNINGS

Swearing/profanities

 

EPISODE BREAKDOWN

Introduction: 00:00 – 04:11

 

Resilience (PAANDA): 04:12- 25:00

Ana and Courtney delve into the challenges of managing passions alongside university commitments and navigating the intricacies of working with friends in high-pressure situations. They also explore the exhilarating world of the Fringe Festival as first-timers, sharing their experiences and insights. With a shift away from producing established plays, Ana and Courtney discuss their journey into writing original shows, pushing creative boundaries, and the excitement of programming parody productions. Additionally, they touch upon the crucial aspect of trust that has been established between them as partners, highlighting its profound impact on their collaborative process and the success of Crash Theatre Company.

 

Resourceful (PAAS): 25:01 – 38:13

Ana and Courtney explore the experience of performing with friends after leaving university. They delve into the challenges faced by young, innovative artists in the community theatre landscape and discuss the importance of inclusivity and embracing fresh perspectives in productions. The duo also delves into the world of fundraising and the complexities of balancing a creative workload while avoiding burnout. Additionally, they share their personal journeys of rebranding and trying something new, shedding light on the challenges that arise during these transformative processes.

 

Risk (CRASH): 38:14 – 57:22

Ana and Courtney discuss the transformative journey of transitioning from a charity to a business. They discuss the power of creating a vision board and the satisfaction of already achieving some of their goals. With a deep desire to create impactful experiences and tell meaningful stories, they delve into the challenges of walking away from a project and returning with renewed dedication. Ana and Courtney also discuss their exhilarating experience of touring Adelaide Fringe Festival for the first time, showcasing the show 'WHALE’. The duo also reflects on their debut at The Blue Room Theatre with 'Sisterhood of the Travelling Lighter,' tracing its journey from parody roots to a heartfelt coming-of-age story. They emphasize the value of nurturing and expanding people's skills and touch upon the challenges of not fitting into traditional theatre channels and the arts scene, while striving to create their own unique path.

 

Outro: 57:23 – 1:01:11

 

NEXT TIME

Get ready for some exciting upcoming episodes on Joyrides! In one episode, we sit down with the multi-talented Project BEXX, a true 'professional bad bitch' who wears many hats as a music producer, DJ, vocalist, live musician, and performance artist. Join us as we dive into their remarkable journey and explore her unique artistic endeavours.

 

In future episodes, we will present an exclusive audio performance of CRASH's highly anticipated debut at The Blue Room Theatre, 'Sisterhood of the Travelling Lighter.’ Starring Stella Banfield, Courtney McManus, Clea Purkis, and Shannon Rogers, this captivating production includes messages of empowerment, friendship and sisterhood.

 

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

WHALE – Sydney Fringe Festival 26-30 Sep at Erskineville Town Hall

WHALE – Melbourne Fringe Festival 3-7 Oct at Queen Victoria Women’s Centre

 

FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS

Instagram: crashtheatre.co

Facebook: Crash Theatre Co

Website: crashtheatre.com.au

Tik Tok: crashtheatre.co

Email: hello@crashtheatre.com.au

 

RESOURCES

Performing Arts Association of Notre Dame Australia (PAANDA) website: www.paanda.com.au/

 

CREDITS

Podcast sound mixing and editing: Project BEXX

Podcast art: Maedforu