The Sapphires Live Table Read

SPECIAL EVENT - ONE NIGHT ONLY

Celebrate this iconic Australian film with a special live table read of The Sapphires, featuring members of the original cast - Deborah Mailman, Miranda Tapsell, Shari Sebbens, Hunter Page-Lochard, Greg Fryer, Kylie Belling and Tammy Lee Rock alongside Sherry Lee Watson, Nick Russell, Bert LaBonte and Corey Saylor-Brunskill.

Written and created by Tony Briggs, the film marked his debut as a screenwriter, bringing to life the inspiring true story of four Yorta Yorta women who used the power of music to shine on stages far from home. This event revisits the laughter, heart, and history that made The Sapphires a cultural landmark, while spotlighting the next wave of voices keeping its legacy alive.

What is a Table Read?

A table read is a live reading of a film or television screenplay, where actors bring the script to life by performing all the speaking parts, along with the stage directions and scene descriptions.

Traditionally used as a vital step in the writing and development process, a table read allows writers, directors, and performers to hear the story aloud, revealing how the dialogue flows, how the pacing feels, and how the story connects with an audience. It’s a unique opportunity to revisit the film in its raw, script form, celebrating its words, rhythm, and heart in an intimate, live setting.