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).
Point of no Return
Inspired by the true story of little known Point Puer boys' prison at Port Arthur, this gripping drama focusses on a group of young convicts who are trying to survive prison life. Point Puer was the British government's first ever attempt at any form of rehabilitation of young prisoners. In its short form, the play won major awards at the 2014 Playhouse Players National Playwrights competition.
Fully researched through archives at Port Arthur this fascinating story takes the audience on a riveting emotional journey.
Point of No Return toured professionally Victoria 2016, 2018 in NSW 2019. It received rave reviews from the media, schools, venues and audiences.
Written by Alaine Beek
Fully Developed Script
Cast - 5 Male
Duration - 85 Minutes
Suitable Ages - 12+
2014 National One Act Playwright Competition
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Judges Choice for Best Written play
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People’s Choice for Best Written Play
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People’s Choice for Best Performed Play