Brighton Beach Memoirs By Neil Simon

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Fri 22 May 2026 - Sat 13 Jun 2026

Directed by Lyn Lee

The Guild Theatre, Rockdale

A Warm, Funny, Heartfelt Night at the Theatre

Step into Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, 1937.

The Guild Theatre proudly presents Brighton Beach Memoirs, inviting you to follow teenager Eugene Jerome as he navigates adolescence, first crushes, family tensions and big dreams in the middle of the Great Depression. Brighton Beach Memoirs is a semi-autobiographical, coming-of-age comedy from master playwright Neil Simon - full of laughter, tears and love.

This bittersweet memoir captures the struggles and hopes of two immigrant families sharing one crowded home on the eve of World War II. It's honest, funny, moving and deeply relatable.

Set in Brighton Beach in 1937, the play follows Eugene, a teenager who dreams of playing baseball and becoming a writer. At the same time, he must navigate a noisy, loving household and the constant money worries of the Great Depression. His life becomes even more crowded and complicated with the arrival of his widowed aunt and cousins, and he begins to experience the first stirrings of romance and independence.

Through Eugene's witty, honest narration, we glimpse both the challenges and the small joys of an immigrant family doing their best to get by. The result is a funny, touching and deeply human portrait of family life.

Why You’ll Love This Production

A classic Neil Simon comedy that balances sharp humour with real heart
• Rich, character-driven story about growing up, family and resilience
• Intimate community theatre experience right here in Rockdale
• Performed by a talented local cast and creative team at The Guild Theatre

Book Early and Don’t Miss Out

This is one of Neil Simon's most beloved plays and the 2026 season is already attracting strong interest. With a limited run from May 22 to June 13, peak demand is anticipated on Friday and Saturday nights.

Secure the best seats now:

• Avoid sold-out performances
• Lock in your preferred date early
• Bring family and friends for a memorable night out

Early booking is strongly recommended. www.guildtheatre.com.au/reserve-tickets

Plan Your Visit
Make a night of it in Rockdale:
• Enjoy dinner at a local café or restaurant before the show
• Arrive early to collect tickets and settle in
• Support local community theatre and emerging talent

Don’t Wait - Reserve Your Seats Today
With only a limited number of performances, early bookings are the best way to avoid disappointment.

Book Now for Brighton Beach Memoirs
Come laugh, reflect and share an unforgettable night at The Guild Theatre.

For more information on Brighton Beach Memoirs, please see www.guildtheatre.com.au
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Performance Details

Season: May 22 – June 13, 2026
Venue: The Guild Theatre, Rockdale, Sydney
Production: Brighton Beach Memoirs by Neil Simon
Presented by: The Guild Theatre - Community Theatre based in Rockdale, Sydney
By arrangement with: ORiGiN™ Theatrical on behalf of Samuel French, a Concord Theatricals Company

Cast
Eugene- Samuel Chapman
Blanche - Donna Randall
Kate - Koren Chambers
Laurie - Taneisha Hall
Nora - Monique Bragg
Stanley - Samuel Owen
Jack - Nick Roberts

Creative Team
Director - Lyn Lee
Set Designer – David Pointon
Costume Design - Leone Sharp
Lighting Design - Roger Hind and Ruth Lowy
Prop Design and Coordination - Leone Sharp and Peggy Leto
Sound Design - Kim Jones
Music - Dawn Pointon
Stage Manager - Peggy Leto
Sound and Light Operator - Leona Wilson
Rehearsal Prompt - Maz Goldrick
Costume Apprentice - Kyla Parmeter

The Guild Theatre proudly acknowledges Australia’s First Nations as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we perform, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present and, through them, to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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