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Ira Levin’s thriller
“DEATHTRAP”
(By special arrangement with Dominie)
“Deathtrap” is a devilish thriller where
everyone has hidden motives, is full of murder, treachery,
twists and shocks until the very last minute. Deathtrap
was one of the biggest hits in the history of Broadway.
 It’s
the story of once successful Broadway playwright, Sidney Bruhl,
who hasn’t had a hit in 17 years. He supports himself by
teaching at University, but his wife Myra’s money provides
most of the comforts he enjoys. When he receives a script from
Clifford Anderson, a former student, the thriller reads like a
surefire hit. Although it is perfect as written, Sidney
hatches a plot to claim the work as his own by telling
Clifford that his play needs work and offering to collaborate
with him. Once Clifford accepts Sidney’s offer to share
writing credits, the game of suspense begins. Will Sidney kill
Clifford? Will Myra tell? Will Sidney get caught? You'll have
to come and see for yourselves.
This was Brendon Flynn’s first directing role with WWLT. His
extensive experience in the Television Industry as a Director
and Vision Switcher and his passion for theatre has given him
a professional edge with this slick production of “DEATHTRAP”.
The son of two original WWLT founding members, Bill and Pat
Flynn, he is related to the famous but late Swashbuckler “Errol
Flynn” and is also an accomplished musician, singer
and actor.
The cast:
Graham Vale as Sidney Bruhl
Christine Vale as Myra Bruhl
Tyrone McMaster as Clifford Anderson
Penny Dilworth as Helga ten Dorp
Mike Jeffries as Porter Milgrim
Behind the scenes:
Director: Brendon Flynn
Asst Director/stage manager: Marie Sellers
Set design: Margaret McGowan & Mary Middleton
Set construction: Barry McKeowen, members & friends
Lighting design: Shelander Waltmann
Lighting operator: Shane Osbourne
ASM: Bradley Death
Poster/Flyer design: Brendon Flynn
Publicity: Patrice Horne, Jan Taylor
Sound operator: Jake Horne
Properties: Alan & Hilda Bird, Mike Jefferies
Photography: Peter Santangelo
Programme: Graham Vale
Wardrobe: Cast and crew
Canteen, front of house: Gerri Brieger, friends and
WWLT members
Box Office: Linda Williams
Acknowledgements:
Margaret McGowan, Gosford City Council, Rose Cooper -
e-newsletter, Peninsular News, Central Coast Express Advocate,
Multi Arts Confederation, Gosford Musical Society, Laycock St
Theatre, family and friends, and all local businesses that
have displayed posters and flyers.
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