Robyn Malcolm sticks her neck out in this piece of work.

 

THE title may fool the average punter into thinking they're in for a laugh but Happy Days is far removed from the 1950's world o fFonzy and Richie.

Silo Theatre's latest production, starring NZ's adored star Robyn Malcolm, is an intense production written by Samuel Beckett - deemed to be his ‘lightest work'.

Outrageous Fortune's Hoochie Mama has returned to the stage and finds herself buried up to her waist in earth in the first act and up to her neck in the second. A challenge she is up for and makes work.

The opening night at Aotea Centre on Friday August 21^st was surprise for many of the punters, who may have expected more of a laugh.

Ex-Shortie Street stars Toni Potter and Roy Snow went along as well as current cast members, Sarah Thomson and Michael Galvin.

Another distant memory Shortland Street star Peter Elliot - who may have worked along side Robyn back in the day, joined the opening night audience.

Antonia Prebble from Outrageous Fortune rocked up to support her on-screen mum. She brought along her actor-man Gareth Williams.

Girls about town, Justine Hunter - manager of NZ Mint and Tatum Savage from M.A.C cosmetics checked out high-end drama.

Happy Days plays until 18th September 2010 at Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre, THE EDGE.
Tickets: $20.00 - $39.00 (service fees will apply)
Tickets available through THE EDGE - www.buytickets.co.nz or 09 357 3355.         

Rating: 8/10