Dolly's Miracle Hoard
'in development'
In colab with those excellent people from Outloud Arts at Bankstown Arts Centre, & supported by Create NSW through the Western Sydney Micro Arts Grants Program, Dolly will be back in development in November 2026. We're so excited to be collaborating with these incredible partners in the community where the show was dreamt up. Hurrah!
A funny, farcical and uplifting exploration of the need for human connection...even when there's a hoard in the way.
Whip smart, stubborn and superior, Dolly is also a dedicated hoarder. From the safety of her solitary flat, she leads a fantastical existence in the company of her precious objects.
As the chaos of the outside world interrupts her fiercely guarded privacy, she must face her inexplicable desire for friendship.
Genre bending theatre that weaves a tale for the ages, infused with an urgent plea for solidarity today. It's an absurd, hyper theatrical feast for the eyes with decadent language that reminds us of the potential for human brilliance in silliness. You'll leave with a wry smile and a lot to ponder.
Featuring live music, utter chaos, belly chuckles and free handkerchiefs to wipe away the tears. An emotional rollercoaster of a show.
Dolly was originally created by:
Writer, devisor & performer: Alison Bennett
Performer & devisor: Rose Maher
Performer & devisor: Lập Nguyễn
Director: Fernando de Miguel Fuertes
Clown Director: Andy McDonell
Producer: Alex Travers
Composer, sound designer & live piano: Christine Pan
Production design: Rose Maher
Lighting design and operation: Amy Norton
Props: Emily Lilley
Dolly was first developed as part of The Flying Nun Artist's Residency at Brand X/ESCAC in February 2025.
Special thanks to Shopfront Arts Co-op and Erth Visual and Physical Theatre for their generous support.