The students’ version of the play has been adapted to make it accessible to audiences who don’t speak Italian. The project involves the entire class with each student taking on a different role, from acting to production and promotion, with the shared goal of bringing the performance to life.
The Italian Festa & Expo preview served as a launchpad for the upcoming shows: on October 27 and 28 in Shepparton and Wangaratta for schools and the general public, and on November 15 and 16 as part of the Being Human Festival, with performances at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at The Open Stage (757 Swanston Street, Building 199).
Matt Absalom, Senior Lecturer in Italian Studies at the university, has coordinated this theatrical project for over 15 years, involving first-year students in a hands-on creative experience.
He explained that the initiative continues to thrive “because it’s a wonderful and dynamic project that works well every year”.
“Students at this age have tremendous creativity, something that is often overlooked at university, and this project allows us to nurture that side of their learning,” he said.
