Step into a world of ambition, secrets, and unexpected alliances, brought to life by a stellar cast of South Australian actors, including Mark Saturno as Jack Maggs, James Smith as Tobias Oates, Jacqy Philips, and rising talent Ahunim Abebe, a recent NIDA graduate. Under the expert direction of former artistic director Geordie Brookman, Jack Maggs takes audiences on a gripping journey through Dickensian England, populated with vivid characters all seeking the truth.

Thought I would approach it from a different angle and focus on the players – here are two with the first being Mark Saturno. He shines as Jack Maggs, fully immersed in his role. This striking portrait captures him in character, adorned with stage makeup and showcasing his craft with passion and precision. This intense and compelling play, centred on a powerful role, promises to hold your attention from start to finish

Here is a short bio - Mark is an accomplished actor with extensive theatre experience in Australia and the US. He spent 11 years in New York, appearing on Broadway in The Retreat from Moscow and Off-Broadway. He has an extensive repertoire for his regional US work.

Don’t miss your chance to see this incredible play, packed with outstanding performances and unforgettable moments. It’s playing now and only on for a short time, so do yourself a favour—grab your tickets now! This is theatre at its finest, and you won’t want to miss it!

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This is a portrait of James Smith – a terrific actor - James Smith stars as Tobias Oates in the stage adaptation of Peter Carey’s novel Jack Maggs, now showing at the Canberra National Theatre. Tobias Oates, inspired by Charles Dickens, is a pivotal character in this reimagining of Great Expectations. Set in 19th-century London, the story follows Jack Maggs (the equivalent of Magwitch) as he searches for his estranged "son," Henry Phipps (Pip), encountering Oates, a struggling novelist, along the way. Smith, in full period costume with greasepaint, brings Oates to life as he navigates this compelling narrative. Known for his diverse stage and screen work, Smith’s career includes roles in Euphoria, Neighbourhood Watch, and Othello, along with performances with esteemed theatre companies such as Patch Theatre and Slingsby Theatre. #theatre #canberratheatrecentre #canberratheatre #jackmaggs #petercarey #statetheatrecompanysa #statetheatrecompanysouthaustralia #visitcanberra #sofranksocialcanberra #52frames #52framesphotographers #52frames_oneclick #portraitphotography #portraitlovers