THE EFFECT University of Adelaide Theatre Guild The Little Theatre Drama -- Note this is an archived listing for performances in the year 2016 -- Written By: Lucy Prebble Directed By: Megan Dansie “You can’t give us something that causes poor decisions and risks and then have a go at us for … taking risks and making bad decisions!” Connie is a psychology student. Tristan is a charming drifter. Both have signed up to a clinical trial for a new anti-depressant super-drug. Sealed off from the outside world, the attraction between Connie and Tristan turns into deeper feelings as their doses get stronger. They’ve been warned of side effects – can they trust their feelings or is this just a chemical romance? As the trial’s overseeing physician and her superior contend with the illicit relationship of their charges, they become increasingly conflicted about the ethical implications of their work. It’s soon clear they have a past beyond the laboratory, and neither is objective about the complex issues that surround them. Lucy Prebble is best known for her play Enron and the TV series Secret Diary of a Call Girl. The Effect debuted at the Royal National Theatre in 2012 and won the Best New Play Award from the Critics Circle. This will be its South Australian première. With warmth, humour and intelligence, this timely and provocative play is guaranteed to keep you debating long after the lights go up. WARNING: contains adult themes Cast: Gary George, Bronwyn Palmer, Cate Rogers and David Salter Approx. Running Time: 2 hours Suitable for ages: adults Performance Dates: -- Note this is an archived listing for performances in the year 2016 -- Wednesday to Saturday 5-8 & 12-15 October 2016, 7.30pm Venue: Little Theatre, The Cloisters (gate 10 off Victoria Drive), University of Adelaide After hours parking available in the University grounds. We highly recommend you allow extra time for parking when there is an event on at Adelaide Oval. Bookings: -- Note this is an archived listing for performances in the year 2016 -- www.trybooking.com/MHQX Tickets on the door, cash only, subject to availability Pricing: $28 Full $23 Concession Groups 10+ at Concession Rate