History through thought provoking and entertaining performances.
Essence Productions was founded by Alaine Beek in 2003. Her shows are written and produced by Alaine and her talented team of professional artists located in the West of Melbourne, Australia. Together they aim to inspire, entertain and enlighten their audiences through live performance.
Now showing in Melbourne:
(Winner of Judges Choice for Best Written Play, People's Choice for Best Written Play and People's Choice for Best Performed Play (at the Victorian Drama League National One Act Playwright 2014 Awards).
BENEDICT III
Benedict III was written for Wyndham actor Josh Ferguson and filmed in his 1920s manor as an entrant to the 2020 Victorian Drama League Monologue awards, in which it won two awards.
A lavish gentleman surgeon invites you into his home, but something strange is afoot.
This was created in partnership with Wyndham Theatre Company.
Written by Alaine Beek
Short Monologue Film
Cast - 1 Male
Duration - 4 Minutes
Suitable Ages - 9+
Watch the short below
Submitted to 2020 Victorian Drama League awards
Awards
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1st Place - Best Adult Comedy
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Adjudicator's Award for ". . . the remarkably well curated production elements including lavishly detailed period set and costume design plus sound design"