The True Story Of Dad
Matt Byrne Media presents
Matt Byrne returns to the stage with his Fringe hit The True Story Of Dad at Holden Street on August 15.
The solo piece was a Five Star hit at Norwood for the 2020 Fringe and Byrne says it is the perfect show “to help MBM get going again in Adelaide.”
Byrne will present the show in The Studio at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. ”in my favourite theatre space.”
Theatre identity Byrne’s father Kevin passed away at 98 in March 2019 after a long and happy life and this is Matt’s hilarious and touching tribute to him.
“Kevin John Byrne was a house painter, a soldier, a Catholic, a truck driver, a joker, a Father of Five and a Port supporter,” Byrne said.
“He played the guitar, loved his wife Gwen and his five children, cherished his fruit trees and hated possums. Dad could tell a Dad joke, sing a song, make us laugh and when he sadly left us I realised it was time to tell his story.”
"The Cowboy" as Dad was known by his family, was raised at Sutherlands in SA's dusty Mid-North by his dear mother Bridget.
“Dad was one of six children, left fatherless by typhoid when he was only seven,” he said.
“Dad loved the radio where he first heard and imitated Aussie legends like Roy Rene. He played cricket and couldn't bear to watch fruit fall off a tree as they had so little.
“Dad was a gentle man whose greatest achievement was his family. He was so happy the day we all had a house of our own. He had a lifelong battle with opposition footy supporters … and possums, and the stories are many and hilarious.”
“So we can have a good crowd, in the afternoon and the evening,” he said. “It’s wonderful to see theatre underway again at the venue and a great chance for me to tell Dad’s story again.”
The True Story Of Dad will play Holden Street Theatres on Saturday, August 15 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Book available via mattbyrnemedia.com.au (8262 4906)
or holdenstreettheatres.com (8225 8888)
Audiences loved the show and critics raved about it:
★★★★★“Matt Byrne’s “The True Story of Dad” is a wonderful tribute that we can all relate to about a man who could be anyone’s dad!” - ATG
“Humour and whimsy with familiar nostalgia.” - The Barefoot Review
“A gentle and whimsical reminder of our own parents!” - Encore Magazine.
OUR COVID PLAN
HST is incredibly excited to be able to open and to ensure public safety we have implemented a COVID Safe plan. Social distancing, density and hygiene practices will be adhered to at all times. Only attend the event if you are feeling well. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms please ensure you get tested as soon as possible and follow social isolation guidelines until you recover. The safety and health of our patrons, staff and performers is our main priority and we will do everything we can to ensure a fun and safe night out.
Genre: Theatre
Season: 2020
Dates: 15 August
Duration: 1hr 15mins
Times: 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Tickets:
General Admission: $20
Venue: The Studio
34 Holden Street, Hindmarsh SA 5007
FREE PARKING AVAILABLE
HST are making every effort to make our performances accessible to all patrons. Accessible seating is available in The Studio.
** 8:00pm SOLD OUT**