Between Solar Systems
A$1,050
of $1,000 targetyrs ago
Successful on 11th Sep 2015 at 6:11AM.
Science-fiction. Drama. Live theatre. Between Solar Systems is the latest production by Second Chance Theatre.
After an attempt to escape a drowning Earth, Vincent is the only survivor. Living his life within a spaceship, he has only had the on board virtual intelligence as company. As he realises the spaceship is rapidly decaying around him, he also finds that he may not be alone after all…
“I grew up watching science-fiction… they were these big adventures of good versus evil, but as I grew up, I started to become more interested in the setting, in space. Alien has that great tagline: ‘In space, no one can hear you scream.’ The rules are different out there. I wanted to explore what it was like to have been born out there, raised out there, and how the normal things for Vincent are strange for us,” says writer and director Scott McArdle.
Performed by a stellar cast (Nick Maclaine, Emily David, and Jo Morris), and accompanied by an original score composed by Drew Krapljanov, Between Solar Systems is, at its core, a thrilling tale of human existence and the pursuit of truth. Inspired by sleek science-fiction tales such as Gattaca, Interstellar, and Ex Machina.
Between Solar Systems will perform its world premiere at The Blue Room Theatre in Northbridge on 8 September 2015, followed by a three week season.
After an attempt to escape a drowning Earth, Vincent is the only survivor. Living his life within a spaceship, he has only had the on board virtual intelligence as company. As he realises the spaceship is rapidly decaying around him, he also finds that he may not be alone after all…
“I grew up watching science-fiction… they were these big adventures of good versus evil, but as I grew up, I started to become more interested in the setting, in space. Alien has that great tagline: ‘In space, no one can hear you scream.’ The rules are different out there. I wanted to explore what it was like to have been born out there, raised out there, and how the normal things for Vincent are strange for us,” says writer and director Scott McArdle.
Performed by a stellar cast (Nick Maclaine, Emily David, and Jo Morris), and accompanied by an original score composed by Drew Krapljanov, Between Solar Systems is, at its core, a thrilling tale of human existence and the pursuit of truth. Inspired by sleek science-fiction tales such as Gattaca, Interstellar, and Ex Machina.
Between Solar Systems will perform its world premiere at The Blue Room Theatre in Northbridge on 8 September 2015, followed by a three week season.
Creative Team
SCOTT McARDLE is the writer, director, and producer of Between Solar Systems. As the founder of Second Chance Theatre, his most recent projects include Coincidences at the End of Time, which enjoyed a residency at Moore & Moore Café Gallery, a regional tour, and performances at Spare Parts Puppet Theatre (2014) and The Blue Room Theatre’s Summer Nights (2015). Graduating from Murdoch University with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Drama in 2014, Scott won the prestigious Theatre Student of the Year Award. In 2015, he continues to produce as he pursues his Honours degree at Murdoch University.
NICK MACLAINE plays the leading role as “Vincent” in Between Solar Systems. An actor, writer, and singer, Nick received the Equity Award for Best Newcomer for his performance in The Enchanters (2011), and has been nominated for his performance in Black Swan State Theatre Company’s Arcadia (2012), and for his original script, Exactly Like You.
EMILY DAVID portrays “The Woman” in Between Solar Systems. A Second Chance Theatre Regular, Emily has performed in professional and student shows, including WAYTCO’s Another Twin (2013) and Fire (2013), and Second Chance Theatre’s Hospital Beds (2013), Narrow Graves (2014), and Coincidences at the End of Time (2015).
JO MORRIS voices “Vi” in Between Solar Systems. Jo is an actor and producer who has worked with numerous theatre companies, and a string of accolades to follow. In 2014, was awarded PAWA’s Best Actor for her performance in A Streetcar Named Desire, and the Blue Room Award for Best Production and Members’ Choice for Those Who Fall in Love Like Anchors Dropped on the Ocean Floor, which she produced and performed in.
DREW KRAPLJANOV is a composer based in Perth, Western Australia. He has been actively composing for theatre and film since 2011, collaborating with various theatre companies including Second Chance Theatre, Murdoch Theatre Company and Chaos Ensemble. Drew is influenced by the works of Brian Eno, Scott Walker, Warren Ellis, and Erik Satie.
NICK MACLAINE plays the leading role as “Vincent” in Between Solar Systems. An actor, writer, and singer, Nick received the Equity Award for Best Newcomer for his performance in The Enchanters (2011), and has been nominated for his performance in Black Swan State Theatre Company’s Arcadia (2012), and for his original script, Exactly Like You.
EMILY DAVID portrays “The Woman” in Between Solar Systems. A Second Chance Theatre Regular, Emily has performed in professional and student shows, including WAYTCO’s Another Twin (2013) and Fire (2013), and Second Chance Theatre’s Hospital Beds (2013), Narrow Graves (2014), and Coincidences at the End of Time (2015).
JO MORRIS voices “Vi” in Between Solar Systems. Jo is an actor and producer who has worked with numerous theatre companies, and a string of accolades to follow. In 2014, was awarded PAWA’s Best Actor for her performance in A Streetcar Named Desire, and the Blue Room Award for Best Production and Members’ Choice for Those Who Fall in Love Like Anchors Dropped on the Ocean Floor, which she produced and performed in.
DREW KRAPLJANOV is a composer based in Perth, Western Australia. He has been actively composing for theatre and film since 2011, collaborating with various theatre companies including Second Chance Theatre, Murdoch Theatre Company and Chaos Ensemble. Drew is influenced by the works of Brian Eno, Scott Walker, Warren Ellis, and Erik Satie.
Come to a performance
So you’ve made a pledge – or even if you haven’t - would you like to see what your funds will help us produce?
VENUE
The Blue Room Theatre
Perth Cultural Centre
WA 6003
TIME & DATE
7pm, 8 – 26 September 2015
PRICE RANGE:
$15 - $25
BOOKINGS:
blueroom.org.au
9227 7005
VENUE
The Blue Room Theatre
Perth Cultural Centre
WA 6003
TIME & DATE
7pm, 8 – 26 September 2015
PRICE RANGE:
$15 - $25
BOOKINGS:
blueroom.org.au
9227 7005
How The Funds Will Be Used
Already we're being helped out by both The Blue Room Theatre ($2000, free rehearsal rooms, and free performance space) and The Department of Culture and the Arts ($2635) with this production. However, we've gone bold and big with this production. Here's how!
SET
We're aiming to build an all encompassing spaceship in the Main Space at the Blue Room. This involves buying 15 MDF panels, acrylic sheeting, over 20 PVC pipes, and more! Making up the majority of our budget.
-MDF: $371
-PVC piping: $188
-Acrylic sheeting: $118
-Industrial fan: $107
-Metallic paint: $375
-IKEA bed: $280
And more, smaller parts!
MARKETING & PUBLICITY
Previously, Second Chance Theatre seasons have run for three nights. At The Blue Room, shows run for 15 nights. To help us sell like we've never sold before, we've hired ace publicist, Krista Tanuwibawa, to help us. Not only are we printing 2000 flyers and 120 posters, we're also paying to have them effectively distributed rather than ending up in the back of Krista's car.
-2000 postcards: $242
-Distribution of postcards: $149
-200 posters: $358
-Distribution of posters: $198
-Facebook publicity: $200
TECHNICAL
To create a science fiction epic, we need to pull off some truly amazing technical feats. To do that we need lighting gels, new LED lights, extra speakers and microphones, and projectors.
-Portable central speaker: $100
-Lighting gels: $150
-UV light: $20
-UV glow paint: $60
ARTIST PAYMENTS
We're dedicated to taking the arts seriously and working hard, apart of that involves paying those hardworking artists for their time. While our actors and key creatives are on a profit-share from the show, many of our production team are paid upfront for their contracted work. We only think it's proper to give them a fair wage, don't you?
SET
We're aiming to build an all encompassing spaceship in the Main Space at the Blue Room. This involves buying 15 MDF panels, acrylic sheeting, over 20 PVC pipes, and more! Making up the majority of our budget.
-MDF: $371
-PVC piping: $188
-Acrylic sheeting: $118
-Industrial fan: $107
-Metallic paint: $375
-IKEA bed: $280
And more, smaller parts!
MARKETING & PUBLICITY
Previously, Second Chance Theatre seasons have run for three nights. At The Blue Room, shows run for 15 nights. To help us sell like we've never sold before, we've hired ace publicist, Krista Tanuwibawa, to help us. Not only are we printing 2000 flyers and 120 posters, we're also paying to have them effectively distributed rather than ending up in the back of Krista's car.
-2000 postcards: $242
-Distribution of postcards: $149
-200 posters: $358
-Distribution of posters: $198
-Facebook publicity: $200
TECHNICAL
To create a science fiction epic, we need to pull off some truly amazing technical feats. To do that we need lighting gels, new LED lights, extra speakers and microphones, and projectors.
-Portable central speaker: $100
-Lighting gels: $150
-UV light: $20
-UV glow paint: $60
ARTIST PAYMENTS
We're dedicated to taking the arts seriously and working hard, apart of that involves paying those hardworking artists for their time. While our actors and key creatives are on a profit-share from the show, many of our production team are paid upfront for their contracted work. We only think it's proper to give them a fair wage, don't you?
The Challenges
The main challenge with a show of this scope is being able to afford every tiny touch that we believe will take Between Solar Systems from a great show to an amazing show!
We've been rehearsing for over three months now and the performances are ready but the set and technical elements are only just starting to take shape.
At this stage we haven't gone over budget but that's always the fear in theatre, what with so little money to go around. This is why this campaign is so important as every little bit goes a long way.
We've been rehearsing for over three months now and the performances are ready but the set and technical elements are only just starting to take shape.
At this stage we haven't gone over budget but that's always the fear in theatre, what with so little money to go around. This is why this campaign is so important as every little bit goes a long way.
Sci-Fi Shout Out
A personalised science-fiction shout out on Second Chance Theatre’s Facebook page, with a link to a classic sci-fi snippet that we think fits your individual coolness! Plus, we’ll include your name in our show programme.
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Spacey Sounds
A digital download of the original Between Solar Systems soundtrack, composed by Perth indie artist Drew Krapljanov + previous reward.
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Perihelion Paraphernalia
Sounding like a desperate space-related alliteration, this reward includes an A3 Between Solar Systems poster, personally signed by the writer and cast + previous rewards.
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Est. delivery is Oct 15
Captain's Log
A bound copy of the script, signed by the writer + previous rewards.
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Be our best friend!
Experience a day on set at The Blue Room Theatre with a special immersive tech experience, complete with lunch with writer/director Scott McArdle, during our bump-in week (September 5th to be precise). You’ll get to see how we achieve some practical effects, and chat with the designers and cast. Plus, you’ll receive previous rewards. Pledgers outside of the Perth metro area will be contacted to negotiate a unique, customised reward.
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Est. delivery is Sep 15