Blood in the Water

A suburban family’s world is irrevocably changed following the news of a violent crime.

A perpetrator’s mother tries to keep her life and family together after her only son is convicted of a violent sexual assault. Blood In The Water follows a mother, sister, aunt, and stepfather as they navigate the aftermath of the horrific crime. A hard-hitting political and personal piece, this story explores the consequences for the family of a perpetrator. How do we move forward? How do we and should we forgive? Is it even possible to make sure it never happens again?

Shortlisted, Best New Play, Australian Theatre Festival, NYC, 2022

“Bentley has authored a gripping and provocative theatre show… 5 stars” – What’s the Show

“Thoroughly engrossing” – What did she think?

“The dialogue is sharp, clever, and witty… the characters are well rounded and connect seamlessly” – Stage Whispers

Written Jorja Bentley

Directed Tansy Gorman

Starring Mia Tuco, Chris Koch, Lana Schwarcz, Karlis Zaid

Produced FLICKFLICKCITY

Production Managed Jemma Law

Stage Managed Steph Lee

Lighting Design Georgie Wolfe

Set & Costume Design Bethany J Fellows

Sound Design Callum Cheah

All images by Darren Gill.