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The Adventures of Dead Jim

deadjimBad Company Presents ‘The Adventures of Dead Jim’ a five star Fringe show returns for one last run.

“Tell your friends you saw it first at the Adelaide Fringe in 2009 before it received widespread critical acclaim……the acting is tremendous, even Jim (played by Kurt Murray) is captivating – and remarkably animated for a dead guy…..the time flys” – Clare Peddie – Advertiser 4 March 09

Exploring the issues of drug addiction, alcoholism and recovery in a very unique way, Bad Company is proud to revive its 2009 Fringe sellout “comedy with a point” The Adventures of Dead Jim.

Jim and his two friends Louis and Liz are having the greatest drug and alcohol fuelled night of their life. Within minutes of returning home, Jim is dead. Liz and Louis, not to let a deceased love one intrude on their partying, use Jim’s lifeless body like a puppet, retelling the story of his life, demise and lost freedom.

The two friends each in turn use Jim as a confessional, his rigid demeanour acting like a mirror forcing them to face the harsh truth of the selfish lives they lead. The escape, isolation, excitement, successes and tragedies of addiction are explored in multiple ways that transit smoothly from the absurd to the postmodern, from the real into the surreal.

The show is complimented with interludes of cinematic time-lapse photography footage created by Nick Graalman of Quench Studios and an original soundtrack composed by Matthew Vecchio, thus adding extra levels for younger audiences to engage with.

An entertaining show with a strong and positive message, recommended for ages thirteen up to young adults. It is highly recommended for students and parents as this production can lead to much insightful discussion afterwards.

Staring Kurt Murray, Sarah Hone, Andrew Pantelis. Produced by Matthew Vecchio.

Presented and Directed by Bad Company.

Venue: The Bakehouse Theatre, 255 Angas street, Adelaide

Admission: $22 full price, $17 concession.

Dates: Everyday from 23rd of August until the 4th of September all shows at 8pm

Bookings at: www.bakehousetheatre.com or call (08) 8227 0505

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