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Last Days by Manuel Casha Directed by Mel DeBono Audition Dates: 22-Aug-10 at 6:00PM 23-Aug-10 at 7:00PM 24-Aug-10 at 7:00PM Season: 18-Nov-10 to 27-Nov-10 Audition Venue: Strathmore Community Hall corner of Loeman and Napier Sts. Strathmore [Melway map 16 H10] Enquiries: 9467 1502 Characters: Gianni Borg The emigrant, 65-70 Doris Gatt Gianni’s daughter, 30-35 Nathalin Grech (Nazju) Gianni’s best friend, 60-65 Jerry Portelli Gianni’s friend, 60-65 Phillip Gatt Gianni’s daughter is married to Phillip’s son Vincent, 65-70 Jacob Vella Gianni’s friend, 60-65 Salvina Cachia Gianni’s wife’s friend for many years, 50-55 Georgina Mallia Gianni’s wife’s friend and neighbour for many years,50-55 Fr. Joe Bugeja The local priest and family’s spiritual guide, 40-50 Benny Borg Gianni’s son, 30-35 Stephanie Gatt Gianni’s granddaughter, 15-16 Jason Gatt Gianni’s grandson, 16-17 Theatre: Strathmore Community Hall corner of Loeman and Napier Sts. Strathmore [Melway map 16 H10] Synopsis: “The Last Days” explores the often complex relationship between a man and his roots. In the winter of his life, after the loss of his dear wife Rita, Gianni finds himself yearning for his beloved country of origin he and his wife left behind after World War Two. During 50 years of living in Australia, Gianni established himself a successful business, and raised a family. But now alone and with his children married, with children of their own, he finds himself facing the desire to spend his remaining days in the country of his origin. Opposed by his family and friends, Gianni is determined to follow his dream. Is this a result of the loss of his dear wife, or is it a common desire that many migrants face in the evening of their lives? He is disappointed and confused by the opposition from his immediate family and friends but consoled by the understanding by his grandchildren who belong to a new generation. The play opens the door for us to witness “The Last Days “of Gianni in Australia but in so doing seeks to ask the questions faced by many migrants universally. Other Information: Please email stag_publicity@optusnet.com.au if you would like a reading copy of the script.