You’re the Man
Where it starts. How it ends.
Paul Mitchell’s new play is a story about the terrible damage caused by family violence and the restoration of hope.
Seventeen year-old Liam spends days locked in his room attempting to process memories of the death of his brother, due to his father’s violence. What will lead Liam to a place where he is ready to rejoin the world beyond the bedroom door?
You’re the Man is informed by historical incidents of family violence in Melbourne.
You’re the Man is ultimately a story of hope. It challenges justifications men make for their behaviour, seeks paths of healing for victim-survivors, and shows the tenderness and strength possible in renewed masculinity.
“The work is a challenging psychological and emotional exploration…I was on the edge of my seat” – Helen Garner on Paul’s monologue, Ragdoll
“moving and enthralling … assured direction by Theresa Borg” – Kate Herbert, Herald Sun (The Light in the Piazza)
Content Warnings: Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Children
You're the Man - Trailer from Monstrous Film on Vimeo.
Written by Paul Mitchell
Directed by Theresa Borg
Produced by Monstrous Theatre and Paul Mitchell
Image by Darren Gill
You’re the Man is a work of fiction. All names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents depicted in and throughout You’re the Man are either the products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, actual events, or locales, is purely coincidental.
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It was an amazing performance that really speaks to the real experience of victim-survivors
First class work & performances on a vital topic. Well done!!!
A powerful and thought-provoking exploration of domestic violence, from the perspective of the perpetrator and the victim/survivor. Lots to discuss afterwards.
The complexities of the topic required a less predictable and literal narrative however well done on tackling.
The performance was authentic and raw. I was engrossed from the start. It extracted every one of my emotions. La Mama was the perfect intimate venue.
Could benefit from further vworkshop with feminist practitioners to better reflect the complex dynamics of family violence and potential successful impacts to address the issue.
Good meaningful topic. Relatable to many.
Loved it! Great acting and relevant play. Well done to all.