THE HEARTBREAK CHOIR

From award-winning Australian writer Aidan Fennessy comes The Heartbreak Choir, a love song to kindness, courage and the humble community choir. 

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In a weathered CFA hall on the edge of town, five locals gather to sing. They’ve broken away from their old choir over a matter of principle — and now, with a new name, a last-minute gig, and a bottle of local Sangiovese in hand, they’re finding their harmonies once again. 

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But this isn’t just about music. It’s about grief, community, and learning how to hold each other up when life strikes the wrong chord. 

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Set in a regional town, The Heartbreak Choir is a gently funny, deeply moving celebration of connection, second chances, and the small, defiantly hopeful ways we show up for one another. With its dry wit, big-hearted characters and unmistakable Aussie charm, this is a play that will leave you humming the high notes. 

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With a stellar cast of South Australian performers including the incomparable Libby O’Donovan, this play promises a powerhouse of local talent.

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Friday 20 November  - Saturday 5 December 2026

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Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre

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