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25.01.2022 Something to cheer you up during social isolation! The Whimsical Productions 2020 cast of "The Theory of Relativity" present their recording of the opening song "Relativity" by Neil Bartam and Brian Hill. Recorded with permission from Hal Leonard Australia... After only two rehearsals in March, we went straight into lockdown and we are so proud of our cast for their dedication to taking the time and effort in learning and recording their vocal harmonies! Credits: Pianist and Musical Direction by: Gianna Cheung Video editing by: Keiden Cheung Vocalists: Alicia Barker, Kellie Foster, Benjamin Roorda, Nicole de Villa, Madeleine Wilson, Paul Mai, Lisa-Marie Long, Jeremy Kindl, Keiden Cheung, Hannah Grace Chim, Olivia McNamara, Matthew Yuen

22.01.2022 Horatio writes a letter after seeing King Hamlet's ghost. Please enjoy with headphones. (Features Writing Sounds, Paper Sounds, Cat Purring, Soft Spoken voice)... Excerpt from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' Directed, filmed & edited by Melody Duan Performed by Matthew Yuen as Horatio Thank you to Aaron Cornelius for letting us borrow your Zoom H4N! Filming Equipment: Camera: Canon EOS M50 Microphone: Blue Yeti Recorder: Zoom H4N Digital Recorder & iPhone 7 Lights: Neewer Ring Light Kit Editing: Final Cut Pro & iMovie What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response is an experience characterised by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin that typically begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine. Follow us on: Facebook www.facebook.com/whimsicalprods Instagram www.instagram.com/whimsical.prods Check out our Website: www.whimsicalproductions.com.au

22.01.2022 Here is another fantastic opportunity from the AOC Initiative! The Artists of Colour Initiative (AOC) is a scholarship competition designed to provide financial assistance and industry support to 6 exceptionally talented Theatre performers, based in Australia that identify as Black, Indigenous or People of Colour. We are so pleased to see a stellar lineup of Theatre professionals who will assess the entries and have already seen a fundraiser of over $12,000 towards the schola...rship. Submission for the first round of entries will close September 28! You can read all the criteria for entry here: https://www.aocinitiative.com/

22.01.2022 Hamlet ponders his own existence. Please enjoy with headphones. (Soft spoken male voice, towel sounds, lid sounds)... Excerpt from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' Directed, filmed & edited by Melody Duan Performed by Ethan Taylor as Hamlet Thank you to Aaron Cornelius for letting us borrow your Zoom H4N! Filming Equipment: Camera: Canon EOS M50 Microphone: Rode Filmmaking Kit Recorder: Zoom H4N Digital Recorder Lights: Sunlight Editing: Final Cut Pro & iMovie What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response is an experience characterised by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin that typically begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel and follow us on: Facebook www.facebook.com/whimsicalprods Instagram www.instagram.com/whimsical.prods Check out our website: www.whimsicalproductions.com.au Whimsical Productions

22.01.2022 Whimsical Productions aims to be creative in the way we produce work and facilitate a supportive environment that will nourish growth. We also recognise the need for diversity on Australian stages and screens and actively work to fulfil this need. We Pledge to: Acknowledge in-built systemic racism and educate ourselves in our complicity Hire cultural consultants/advisors and intimacy coordinators who have the necessary knowledge in experience to create safe spaces and not... allow cast driven emotional labour Consult The Equity Diversity Committee and enforce safe practices for all diverse creatives Commit to a minimum of 25% Bla(c)k, Indigenous, People of Colour, gender diverse, disabled and body diverse artists working in our companies and on our projects Commit to working towards a minimum 25% of annually programmed work that is created and led by BIPOC artists Stop programming works that feature racially insensitive characters and depictions Apply this pledge to diversity in its entirety including but not limited to disabilities (visible and invisible), low socioeconomic backgrounds, body diversity, transgender gender diverse identifying artists. We acknowledge that these changes won’t happen overnight but the more we keep striving to achieve them, the sooner we will see change. Hold us accountable #istandwiththequarter #aussietheatre #diversitymatters

19.01.2022 R U OK? Today is R U OK Day and an opportunity for us all - family, friends and workmates to connect, start a conversation and make a promise to be there for each other more often. There’s more to say after Are you OK? Ask, then listen, encourage action and check-in.... Learn what to say at www.ruok.org.au #ROUKDay #theresmoretosay #callafriend

18.01.2022 Mira made her promise. Will you promise to attend our show? THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY The #1 Top Trending Musical... by Neil Bartram & Brian Hill 18-27 MARCH 2021 PACT Centre for Emerging Artists Book tickets via http://bit.ly/TheTheoryOfRelativity #theoryofrelativity2021 #theoryofrelativitymusical #bartramandhill #musical #theatrelife #music #singing #musictheatre #sydney #whatsonsydney #aussietheatre #creativity #diversity #relativity

18.01.2022 The ghost of King Hamlet appears. Please enjoy with headphones. (Soft spoken male voice, layered sounds, inaudible whispers, wind sounds)... Excerpt from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' Directed, filmed & edited by Melody Duan Performed by Michael Osborne as Ghost Thank you to Aaron Cornelius for letting us borrow your Zoom H4N! Filming Equipment: Camera: Canon EOS M50 Microphone: Rode Filmmaking Kit & Blue Yeti Recorder: Zoom H4N Digital Recorder Lights: Neewer Ring Light Kit Editing: Final Cut Pro & iMovie What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response is an experience characterised by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin that typically begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel and follow us on: Facebook www.facebook.com/whimsicalprods Instagram www.instagram.com/whimsical.prods Check out our website: www.whimsicalproductions.com.au Whimsical Productions

15.01.2022 Here is a fantastic song 'I Need You To See Me’, by Vidya Makan featuring 101 BIPOC and CALD performers aged 18-25! The song was written as an invitation to the Australian entertainment industry for visibility and diverse representation. #INeedYouToSeeMe

15.01.2022 AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT! *Unpaid roles As a result of our COVID postponement, a few select roles (3 female and 1 male) are open to audition for Whimsical Productions next production of THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY, performing 18-27 March 2021 at PACT Theatre, Erskineville.... Auditions will be held on Tuesday 1 December 2020 between 7:45-9:00pm at Sydney Actors Collective, Marrickville under COVID safe guidelines. Read the Audition Pack for all the show details: https://drive.google.com//1fy91ooynpb8imdpuVQHJVqnmI/view Email your CV and photograph to [email protected]. We will reply with your audition time and confirmation. Please note that spaces are limited and we can only allow select numbers of people to be in the building at a given time. Book by Brian Hill Music & Lyrics by Neil Bartram Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International. All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.

12.01.2022 Ophelia grieves over the loss of her father and her first love. Please enjoy with headphones. (ASMR singing, music, water sounds)... Excerpt from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' Directed, filmed & edited by Melody Duan Performed by Gianna Cheung as Ophelia Production assisted by Adelaine Andres Thank you to Aaron Cornelius for letting us borrow your Zoom H4N! Filming Equipment: Camera: Canon EOS M50 Microphone: Blue Yeti Recorder: Zoom H4N Digital Recorder Lights: Sunlight Editing: Final Cut Pro & iMovie What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response is an experience characterised by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin that typically begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel and follow us on: Facebook www.facebook.com/whimsicalprods Instagram www.instagram.com/whimsical.prods Check out our website: www.whimsicalproductions.com.au Whimsical Productions

11.01.2022 TICKET UPDATE As we countdown less than 1 month until opening, here is our first ticket update! Our first Friday night 19 March looks close to selling out but there are still seats available in our other performances.... Book online via bit.ly/TheTheoryOfRelativity to secure your seats. Please note we are operating under a 50% venue capacity to maintain COVID safety. #thetheoryofrelativity2021 #theoryofrelativitymusical #musical #theatre #sydney #diversity #relativity #countdown #1monthtogo #covid_19

09.01.2022 Did you forget to book your tickets? Here is Sara to remind you to book your tickets now before you miss out! THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY The #1 Top Trending Musical by Neil Bartram & Brian Hill... 18-27 MARCH 2021 PACT Centre for Emerging Artists Book tickets via bit.ly/TheTheoryOfRelativity #theoryofrelativity2021 #theoryofrelativitymusical #bartramandhill #musical #theatrelife #music #singing #musictheatre #sydney #whatsonsydney #aussietheatre #creativity #diversity #relativity

09.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce Melody has been accepted to the Sport For Jove Theatre Producer Mentor Program! Her work over the past three years with Whimsical Productions was strongly considered and we look forward to her development as a producer and creative.

07.01.2022 Whimsical Productions recognises that diversity and inclusion helps to support creativity and innovation. The Colourful Project is a program that supports our objective to promote racial diversity in the arts in a positive manner and all company and production members must uphold the following values when it comes to show selection, casting and appointing production roles. You can read our current policy here: www.whimsicalproductions.com.au/the-colourful-project... By participating in our short survey, you are helping us to identify areas of improvement, concerns and update our policy for future productions. Fill in the survey here: https://bit.ly/317Z5no #diversitymatters #istandwiththequarter #BIPOC #CALD #aussietheatre #equity

06.01.2022 Just to add to our recent show announcement in March 2021, The Theory of Relativity is currently the #1 Top Trending show in 2020 according to Music Theatre International! We look forward to bringing this fantastic show to Sydney audiences in a COVID safe environment. https://www.broadwayworld.com//THE-THEORY-OF-RELATIVITY-Ho... #musical #music #theoryofrelativity #theatre #trending #sydney

05.01.2022 We would like to share with you a wonderful opportunity for artists and creatives to be mentored by industry leaders through Sparrow Mentors! Sparrow encourages all BIPOC and ethnically diverse theatre makers to apply. You do need to be over 18 and able to demonstrate your commitment to a career in theatre. Should you be in a financial position where the application fees are out of reach, you can also contact Sparrow around support options.... Whimsical Productions is keen to contribute to the progression of emerging artists from diverse backgrounds and supports this program. Apply for Sparrow Mentors by Sunday September 20 5pm https://www.sparrowmentors.com/apply

05.01.2022 Whimsical Productions is excited to announce The Theory of Relativity will return at PACT on 18-27 March 2021! A lot of work has been done to secure our new dates and ensure we maintain COVID safe. We look forward to re-commencing rehearsals in December and returning to the stage in 2021!... Stay tuned as we will also be holding an audition on Tuesday 1 December for a few select roles that have become available. #theoryofrelativity #musical #theatrelife #theatre #aussietheatre #sydney #bartramandhill #covidsafe #diversitymatters

05.01.2022 Whimsical Productions is excited to announce The Theory of Relativity will return at the PACT Theatre, Erskineville on 18-27 March 2021! A lot of work has been done to secure our new dates and ensure we maintain COVID safe. We look forward to re-commencing rehearsals in December and returning to the stage in 2021!... Stay tuned as we will also be holding an audition on Tuesday 1 December for a few select roles that have become available.

05.01.2022 Hamlet’s thoughts on life. Please enjoy with headphones. (Soft spoken male voice, crunch leaves sounds)... Excerpt from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' Directed, filmed & edited by Melody Duan Production assisted by Adelaine Andres Performed by Ethan Taylor as Hamlet Thank you to Aaron Cornelius for letting us borrow your Zoom H4N! Filming Equipment: Camera: Canon EOS M50 Microphone: Rode Filmmaking Kit Recorder: Zoom H4N Digital Recorder Lights: Sunlight Editing: Final Cut Pro & iMovie What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response is an experience characterised by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin that typically begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel and follow us on: Facebook www.facebook.com/whimsicalprods Instagram www.instagram.com/whimsical.prods Check out our website: www.whimsicalproductions.com.au Whimsical Productions

02.01.2022 Pi = 3.141592653589... How many decimals can you add? No searching! Or you can watch THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY... The #1 Top Trending Musical by Neil Bartram & Brian Hill 18-27 MARCH 2021 PACT Centre for Emerging Artists Book tickets via bit.ly/TheTheoryOfRelativity #theoryofrelativity2021 #theoryofrelativitymusical #bartramandhill #musical #lovemaths #mathematics #theatrelife #music #singing #musictheatre #sydney #whatsonsydney #aussietheatre #creativity #diversity #relativity #valueofpi

02.01.2022 We are only 1 MONTH AWAY!!! THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY The #1 Top Trending Musical by Neil Bartram & Brian Hill... 18-27 MARCH 2021 PACT Centre for Emerging Artists Book tickets via bit.ly/TheTheoryOfRelativity #theoryofrelativity2021 #theoryofrelativitymusical #bartramandhill #musical #1monthtogo #countdown #theatrelife #music #singing #musictheatre #sydney #whatsonsydney #aussietheatre #creativity #diversity #relativity

01.01.2022 Gertrude delivers some sad news to Laertes. Please enjoy with headphones. (Soft spoken, tea cup sounds, water sounds)... Excerpt from William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' Directed, filmed & edited by Melody Duan Performed by Lisa-Marie Long as Gertrude Thank you to Aaron Cornelius for letting us borrow your Zoom H4N! Filming Equipment: Camera: Canon EOS M50 Microphone: Rode Filmmaking Kit Recorder: Zoom H4N Digital Recorder Lights: Sunlight Editing: Final Cut Pro & iMovie What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response is an experience characterised by a static-like or tingling sensation on the skin that typically begins on the scalp and moves down the back of the neck and upper spine. Like and subscribe to our Youtube channel and follow us on: Facebook Whimsical Productions Instagram www.instagram.com/whimsical.prods Check out our website: www.whimsicalproductions.com.au Whimsical Productions