Accidental Productions presents the Australian Premiere of "A State of Affairs"

Marriage, sex and adultery are the subjects of Graham Swannell's first stage play. This witty and penetrating comedy quartet treats its theme with a moving and unforgettable compassion. A memorable debut for the writer.

A State of Affairs consists of four short plays:-

"Stuttgart"
The "same old grunts and groans" are beginning to pall for Terence. He feels that it's a bit like having dover sole every night. Not that there's anything wrong with dover sole. In fact he loves it. Its just that he wants to spend time over it. Gently ease it from its bones. Eat it with relish. And you can't do that if you eat it every day, or even twice a day, can you?

"Consequences"
Jack and Frances shook hands on the rules. They simply fancied each other. There was to be no falling in love. That would have been a "bloody cock-up" - especially since they were both already married. No, they would have the perfect affair with no consequenses............

"The Day of the Dog"
According to his friends, Allen has the haunted look of a trapped animal, which can only mean one thing. - He's been "dabbling". But who can resist when "there's so much of it about"?. They understand perfectly. What they can't understand is why he has broken rule number one and told his wife. She might think that he's having a "dabble" but she doesn't want to know that he's having a "dabble". That would mean she has to face it......

Commitment
Joanna and Ellis are new parents. Somehow amongst the nappies and the dishes, the fun and the sex seems to have disappeared from their lives. They are also missing some adult conversation with friends. Perhaps some help around the house could give them some time to re-vitalise their marriage. Unless of course they have the sort of help that their friend Julia has......

The Bakehouse Theatre is proudly supported by Australian Audio and Lighting Technology www.aalt.com.au 83734222

SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS:  (for full reviews click on "attachments" below)

"A resounding hit......Go!..I shall again!......Made our weekend! Thank you very much indeed!" - Hills Entertainment Guide - John Ovenden

"Accidental Productions has once again delivered some quality, thought provoking theatre. Its an institution that South Australia can justifiably be proud of and is yet another element that makes the Bakehouse's program an absolute must for any dedicated theatre goer" - Maggie Wood - Adelaide Theatre Guide

"Not by accident, but by dint of good direction, Accidental Productions' Joh Hartog has crafted a pleasant entertainment......Tim Overton is very funny as the anxious Terrence, Katie O'Reilly buildsCaroline's character weill......Peter Burdon - The Advertiser

"Human shortcomings in the face of commitment issues are great material for comedy and there are some insightful dialogue gems in this package....the sign of a good play ..providing food for thought" - Independent Weekly - Rosemary Cadden

"This is an evening of fun, but with an undercurrent of a deeper exploration of relationships which makes the humour work better because of that foundation" Glam Adelaide - Barry Lenny

"Nic Krieg who oozes shady charm....illuminates the piece......Charlotte Rees is fine as the sex buddy Frances....there's enough charm in "A State of Affairs" to recommend it to anyone" -Australian Stage On-Line - Stephen Davenport

"Joh Hartog's direction is clear and the actors all respond with total dedication to produce a fun evening. You can ponder on any lessons later or not" - Myk Mykyta - Radio Adelaide

From reviews of the first production at the Lyric Studio, Hammersmith:

"Sharp, funny and pleasingly idiomatic"   Michael Coveney, Financial Times

"A writer who says new things about old subjects, and says them very well: with wit, sensibility and tenderness" Harold Hobson, Times Literary Supplement.

"Dialogue that leaps off the stage with the artful clumsiness and terrifying deviousness of real life. Thes four little pieces are full of pitiless observation and compassionate hilarity" - Sunday Times

PREVIEW AND FREE TIX NIGHT THURSDAY AUGUST 12TH @ 8PM

OPENING NIGHT FOR MEDIA FRIDAY 13TH @ 8PM