★★★★★ Time Out
★★★★★ Stage Noise
★★★★½ Sydney Morning Herald
★★★★ Limelight
GRAND HORIZONS
By Bess Wohl
Directed by Jessica Arthur
The smash-hit family comedy returns
When it first opened in 2021, this laugh-out-loud celebration of family and taking a chance on life stole the hearts of audiences and had critics clamouring. Now Bess Wohl’s bright and buzzing comedy returns to STC for an exclusive limited run.
Icon of stage and screen Linda Cropper plays Nancy, a woman in her 70s who’s ready to make a change and divorce her husband Bill, played by the legendary John Bell. The couple’s adult sons Ben and Brian, played by Guy Simon and Johnny Nasser, are shell shocked by their parents’ unexpected announcement and thrust into their own identity crises.
Resident Director Jessica Arthur (Wonnangatta, Home, I’m Darling) leads a stellar cast in “a deeply funny and poignant account of late-life crisis with honesty, humour, and hope” (Time Out).
Bursting with all the joy and pathos of everyday life, Grand Horizons is theatre at its most enjoyable and familiar. Don’t miss this hilarious and ultimately very moving portrayal of the way we all try (and sometimes fail) to live our best lives.
Approx. duration 2 hrs (including interval). Subject to change. More info.
Content Smoke, strong language throughout. Subject to change. More info.
Original production supported by The Donor Syndicate.
VISITOR SAFETY INFORMATION
STC is COVID Safe. The safety of our audiences, artists and staff is of paramount importance. We’ve implemented extensive safety and hygiene measures which are regularly updated in line with NSW Government guidelines. This is an evolving situation and our COVID-19 safety protocols are subject to change. STC will continue to follow NSW Government guidelines which may include measures regarding theatre capacities, social distancing, face masks, and vaccinations. Please check the most up-to-date Visitor Safety Measures prior to your visit.
TICKET INFORMATION
Act 1 Season Tickets
This play is currently only available as part of a Sydney Theatre Company Act 1 Season Ticket (a package of 2 – 5 plays). Save on tickets, get first access to best available seats, pay no transaction fees, and enjoy exclusive benefits all year round.
26 Oct – 15 Nov: Priority booking window for 2020 Legends, 2021 Act 1 package holders, and 2021 Act 2 Season Ticket Holders.
19 Nov: Act 1 Season Tickets go on sale to everyone. Sign up to our enews to get early access
Season Ticket prices
Saturday evening A Reserve $93
Adult A Reserve $89
Seniors cardholder $84
Pensioner/Student $67
Under 30 $44
Preview $44
Single tickets
Single tickets for this show go on sale on 16 Dec. Sign up to our enews for early access to tickets.
Mon – Thu performances
Adult A Reserve $99
Adult B Reserve $94
Seniors cardholder $94
Concession $75
Under 30 $54
Fri & Sat performances
A Reserve $104
B Reserve $99
Preview performances
All tickets $54
Transaction fees may apply
Season Ticket bookings: no fees
Single ticket bookings: $8 online; $8 telephone; $0 Box Office counter
DATES
Previews 17 – 18 Feb 2022
Season 21 Feb – 5 Mar 2022
Performance start times
Preview performances 7.30pm
In-season evening performances Mon & Tue 6.30pm; Wed – Sat 7.30pm
Matinee performances Wed 1pm; Sat 1.30pm
Approx. duration 2 hrs (including interval). Subject to change. More info.
TICKET INFORMATION
2022 Act 1 Season Tickets
This play is currently only available as part of an Act 1 Season Ticket (a package of 2 – 5 plays). Save on tickets, get first access to best available seats, pay no transaction fees, and enjoy exclusive benefits all year ‘round.
26 Oct – 15 Nov: Priority booking window for 2020 Legends, 2021 Act 1 package holders, and 2021 Act 2 Season Ticket Holders.
19 Nov: Act 1 Season Tickets go on sale to everyone. Sign up to our enews to get early
Season Ticket prices
Saturday evening A Reserve $93
Adult A Reserve $89
Seniors cardholder $84
Pensioner/Student $67
Under 30 $44
Preview $44
Single tickets
Single tickets for this show go on sale on 16 Dec. Sign up to our enews for early access to tickets.
Prices are correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
Transaction fees may apply
Season Ticket bookings: no fees
Single ticket bookings: $8 online; $8 telephone; $0 Box Office counter
Concession, seniors and under 30 tickets
Suitable and valid identification must be provided for collection of tickets and at the venue, such as your concession or proof of age card. Alternatively, you may email a copy of your identification to boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au. Please quote your booking reference number.
Access requirements
For specific access requirements, please call Box Office on (02) 9250 1777 to book your seats. More info.
Authorised ticket sellers
The only authorised ticket sellers for this event is Sydney Theatre Company. Only tickets purchased by authorised agencies should be considered valid and reliable. More info.
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Captioned performances
Tue 1 Mar, 6.30pm
Sat 5 Mar, 1.30pm
Director Jessica Arthur
Designer Renée Mulder
Lighting Designer Verity Hampson
Composer & Sound Designer Clemence Williams
Assistant Director Megan Wilding
With
John Bell, Linda Cropper, Vanessa Downing, Johnny Nasser, Mansoor Noor, Guy Simon
Marketing image Rene Vaile, Justin Ridler
This listing is updated as cast and creatives are confirmed in the lead-up to the production, and if there are any changes to the team. Ensure you have the most up-to-date information about each play by opting in to our enewsletter.
INSIGHT EVENTS
Sydney Theatre Company offer a range of free and ticketed events designed to give you further insight into our plays. Find out more about our Insight Events.
Pre-season Briefing
Mon 14 Feb, 6.15pm
Wharf 2 Theatre
FREE, but bookings are essential as capacity is limited.
Book tickets
Night with the Artists
Mon 28 Feb, 6.30pm
Reviews from our 2021 season
★★★★★ "A deeply funny and poignant account of late-life crisis with honesty, humour, and hope ... The cast, headed by veterans Bell and Cropper, is in top notch form, delivering Wohl’s sharp, layered dialogue with pinpoint comic timing that left the audience roaring." Time Out
★★★★½ “Grand Horizons is a gem of a play, a feast of emotions hidden in plain sight. And this is a gem of a production, brilliantly staged by an ensemble on top form." Sydney Morning Herald
★★★★ "A lively, compassionate dramatic comedy" Limelight
"The play is undeniably enjoyable, full of wit and whimsy that makes for a hilarious and thought-provoking experience ... Director Jessica Arthur proves herself a formidable creator of comedy." Suzy Goes See
