Interwoven lives in a changing world.
Blogs/News
đ 22 July 2025
Weâre in the final week of Bruised â and this is your last chance to experience the story thatâs captured hearts across Perth.
With just five performances left, including tonightâs show, seats are filling fast.đRemaining dates:
TUE 22 July â 6:30 PM (Tonight!)
WED 23 July â 6:30 PM
THU 24 July â 6:30 PM
FRI 25 July â 6:30 PM
SAT 26 July â 6:30 PM⨠Donât miss the chance to witness this intimate and powerful production before itâs gone.
Book now and be part of the conversation.
đ 17 July 2025
Following our first feature in Magazine 6000, we're excited to share that both POST Newspapers and X-Press Magazine have now shared their thoughts on the show â and weâre absolutely thrilled with their words.From powerful performances to heartfelt storytelling, the response has been incredible.⨠Want to see what they had to say?
Discover why Bruised is making waves on the Perth stage.Click here to read POST Newspapers review
Click here to read X-Press Magazine review
đ 15 July 2025
We're thrilled to share that the first review of Bruised is out!
Magazine 6000 has published their take on the show, and we couldn't be more excited for you to read it.Want to see what they had to say?
Click here to read the review
đ 4 July 2025
Vivienne Glance Joins RTRFMâs Artbeat to Talk Bruised
This Friday, Bruised playwright Vivienne Glance appeared on RTRFMâs Artbeat to discuss the upcoming production, the emotional depth of the story, and how it connects with today's social and environmental realities. Donât miss this intimate and powerful new workâopening 8 July at The Blue Room Theatre.
đ 14 Jun 2025
Voices Behind Bruised Take to Capital 101.7 FM Ahead of July Premiere
This weekend, playwright Vivienne Glance and cast member Emily Jenkins joined Capital 101.7 FM to share insight into the creative process, the themes of identity and resilience, and what audiences can expect from this intimate and poetic work.
đ§ Missed it? The full conversation is available to replay here:
đ 22 May 2025
Press Release: The Blue Room Theatre and Follow That Cat Productions Present Bruised as Part of The Blue Room Theatre 2025 Season
Opening 8â26 July, Bruised is a moving new drama about resilience, identity, and connection â told through the poetic stories of three women facing profound change.đ Read Full Press Release
About the Play
Bruised draws audiences into an intimate dinner shared by three womenâa former astronaut, a birdwatcher, and a migrant. As their stories unfold, they reveal the invisible threads that connect us all to a world in constant flux.From the patterns of migratory birds to the forces of the oceans, from the uncertainties that lie ahead to the quiet strength of human survival, their conversation touches on the forces that shape our lives and our futures.Through immersive storytelling and emotional insight, Bruised explores how we adapt to change and where we find hope. It's a celebration of resilience, wisdom, and the power of personal connection in an uncertain world.
Vivienne Glance - Playwright
Vivienne Glance is an award-winning playwright, and her plays have been published and produced in Australia, England, Scotland, Europe and the United States of America.Vivienne holds a PhD in Creative Writing from UWA and is an Honorary Research Fellow. She has worked as a dramaturge, peer assessor and mentor. She presents her creative work through her âFollow That Cat Productionsâ. More about Vivienne Glance can be found at vivienneglance.com.
Talia Zipper - Director
Talia Zipper is a dynamic emerging artist who recently graduated from WAAPAâs Bachelor of Performing Arts (Performance Making) and Monash Universityâs Bachelor of Arts. She has appeared at Theatre Works, The Malthouse, and The Blue Room Theatre, and recently explored producing and stage management through FEMOID. and Blue Angel at Summer Nights 2025.Her directorial debut, MUSE (2024), was met with success, and sheâll take part in a PICA residency in 2025. Bruised marks her mainstage directing debut.
Cast and Creative Team
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Vivienne Glance | Performer |
| Alinta Carroll | Performer |
| Shirley Van Sanden | Performer |
| Emily Jenkins | Performer |
| Megan Mak | Production Designer |
| Mustafa Al Mahdi | Videographer/Animator |
| David Stewart | Sound Design |
| Joelene Whibley | Lighting Designer |
| Shaanice Arakua | Stage Manager |
Gallery
Tickets/Information
Bruised will be on stage from 8-26 July 2025 at The Blue Room Theatre, 53 James Street, Perth Cultural Centre, Northbridge, WA.Tickets range from $27 - $32, available for purchase at blueroom.org.au or by calling the Box Office at 08 9227 7005.