The Yellow Line
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The Yellow Line

Two worlds, one line.

A powerful true story, Essence Theatre Productions and Ngā Mātai Pūrua Inc. (NMP) bring audiences a gripping new work inspired by events at Port Phillip Prison, now set to close in 2025 amid major prison reforms.

Based on NMP President Tyson Tuala’s real-life experience, at the heart of The Yellow Line stands Jordan – a young Pasifika guard tasked with teaching Haka to a bunch of disconnected and disinterested prison inmates. As Jordan walks the metaphorical (and literal) yellow line that separates guard from prisoner, this compelling new Australian work asks; What does redemption look like when you carry the weight of culture, identity, and justice on your shoulders?

A story of humour, vulnerability, and connection, The Yellow Line also shares important insight into the Victorian justice system through a Māori and Pasifika Lens.

Running for three performances only at the newly refurbished Wyndham Cultural Centre in July, don’t miss the opportunity to experience a show that had audiences raving, with standing ovations after the premiere season.

One of the most enduring and successful independent theatre companies in Victoria, Essence Theatre Productions was founded by Alaine Beek and launched in 2003 with a focus on bringing Australian stories to life through performance. They are the resident theatre company at Werribee Park and have a strong collection of other original works that include The Dress, The Scrunch Test, Down to Earth, A Good Coffee, Jack and Millie, and their season of Point of No Return, which toured nationally to rave reviews. The company also works extensively with young adults through its Say It Out Loud Youth Drama Program.

Ngā Mātai Pūrua Inc. (NMP) is an independent, not-for-profit Māori incorporated association based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. They exist to uplift and advance Māori through Kapa Haka, education, cultural leadership, advocacy and community connection.