A Happy and Holy Occasion

It is February 1942, and tonight is a very happy and holy occasion. Tomorrow, young Christy will travel to Sydney to begin his studies for the priesthood. The O’Mahon family, proud Irish-Australians, throw a small party of farewell, with lamingtons and sing-alongs. But faith and duty can be heavy burdens, and the news of the war is increasingly grim – the family is forced to confront difficult truths.

Malvern Theatre Company is pleased to revive this classic Australian play. A joyous celebration of Irish-Australian humour and resilience, a study of faith and friendships, a drama of a family at pressure-point, ‘A Happy and Holy Occasion’ is a bitter-sweet portrait of a vanished Australia.

When

Saturday, 26 April 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Sunday, 27 April 2025 | 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Wednesday, 30 April 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Friday, 02 May 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Saturday, 03 May 2025 | 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Saturday, 03 May 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Sunday, 04 May 2025 | 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Wednesday, 07 May 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Thursday, 08 May 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Friday, 09 May 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Saturday, 10 May 2025 | 02:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Saturday, 10 May 2025 | 08:00 PM - 10:30 PM

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Saturday, 26 April 2025 | 08:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Cost

Individual $27; Group bookings (10 or more) $25

Location

There are very good public transport options to get to the theatre by tram and/or train. We suggest you plan your journey using https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/journey. There is ample car parking in Burke Rd, and local streets, but patrons are advised to note any parking restrictions, especially time limits during the day. Accessibility options are detailed on our website.

Malvern Theatre Company, 29 Burke Rd, Malvern East 3004

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