What’s On: A Life in the Theatre (Ad Astra)

Jesse Richardson (L) and Francis McMahon (R) discuss David Mamet’s script, photographed by Fraser Smith

A Life in the Theatre

2 – 25 March 2023

Ad Astra, 57 Misterton St, Fortitude Valley


From the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of Glengarry Glen Ross comes a tale of two actors exploring the meaning of life. Pierce Gordon will direct this Ad Astra production of David Mamet’s comedic play, starring Francis McMahon and Jesse Richardson.

Legendary stage actor Robert (McMahon) takes aspiring actor John (Richardson) under his not-so-benevolent wing as they traverse a season of plays, bars, and gigantic egos…

Francis McMahon (L) and Jesse Richardson (R) prepare for a scene, photographed by Fraser Smith

For ticketing and further information, visit the Ad Astra website


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