Aidan Fennessy (1967–2020) | Melbourne Theatre Company

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Published on 13 April 2022

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A celebration of song: The Heartbreak Choir’s community choirs

At the end of each performance of The Heartbreak Choir, a different local community choir joined the cast on stage for the heartfelt finale. Meet some of the choristers backstage as they reflect on this unique experience.
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Singing through change

William McInnes chats to us about how his character Peter confronts change in The Heartbreak Choir and why he hopes audiences will see bits and pieces of themselves in this poignant, funny story.
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Authentically fitting in

Ratidzo Mambo is thrilled to be playing a Zimbabwean character in The Heartbreak Choir, but she almost didn’t accept the part. She tells us what got her over the line and how her character Aseni is driven by truth and authenticity.
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Channelling courage

Louise Siversen is the good-hearted, headstrong Totty in The Heartbreak Choir. We talk to her about what it’s like working on a new play and how Totty has inspired her to be more courageous.
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The Heartbreak Choir in rehearsals

Join The Heartbreak Choir cast and creative team in the rehearsal room and get a sneak peek of this joyous and uplifting celebration of music, friendship and community.