Love and Human Remains
This show was my first venture into the theatre scene at Sydney University, and is an experience I will always hold close to my heart. Written by acclaimed Canadian playwright Brad Fraser, this disturbing, thrilling and touching play follows the lives of 3 small-town young adults attempting to navigate all of young life’s trials and tribulations, all while there is a serial killer on the loose killing young women and leaving some of their human remains to be found. This play is a startling examination of how far people are willing to go to fill the void that deep unrequited love leaves in one’s self.
I had the privilege of directing this show, thereby getting to meet and work with many talented Australian student actors. Since the script is written in such a way that all characters can interject with dialogue at any given moment – no matter whether or not they are in the scene being played – I had to create a staging design that would allow all actors to be onstage all the time without being distracting. I believe it worked out well. I am grateful for the Sydney University Dramatic Society for producing this play, and giving an exchange student the opportunity to be involved.
You can read more about the show here.
“Unidentified Human Remains is a feat of creativity, with its ability to both make one squirm and provide comfort in its relatable themes. Sterlin’s staging and production choices are an excellent exploration of what’s capable in SUDS...”
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