The Matilda Women

Celebrate La Boite’s 100-year history with La Boite Encores, a captivating play-reading series that brings 10 iconic Australian fan favourites from the La Boite archives to life. The Matilda Women Originally performed in 1988, this groundbreaking play celebrates the stories of nine extraordinary Australian women, including Gladys Moncrieff (Australia’s ‘Queen of Song’), Lillian Cooper,(Queensland’s first female doctor), and Emma Miller (Mother of the Labor Party). Recognised with an inaugural Matilda Award for its creation and direction, this vibrant production written and directed by Sue Rider returned to the La Boite stage again in 1989 and 1993. La Boite Encores series is perfect for theatre lovers, reunites original cast members and directors along with emerging Brisbane talent, offering an intimate journey through La Boite’s rich history. Find out more at the La Boite Theatre website.