Kate Mulvany

Kate Mulvany, a talented playwright and actor, shares her journey adapting D'Arcy Niland's The Shiralee for the Sydney Theatre Company. She discusses the challenges of transforming a chapterless novel into a play, reimagining perspectives, and her deep personal connection to the story. Kate recounts her experiences during rehearsals, from intense fight choreography to a heartfelt return to the stage after personal tragedy. The conversation also touches on the creative process behind staging the outback's vast landscapes and the emotional resonance of this Australian classic.