Full-On Theatre acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land, where this play was made, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation and the Gadiigal  people. This project has been made possible by the  generous support of the City of Yarra. 

A children's birthday party, the Trojan War,  two divorced men and too much booze. What could possibly go wrong? ​

TROY BOYS 
written by Mark Penzak
Created by Stephen Helper, Dave Houston & Mark Penzak
​Directed by Debra Batton
Performed by Paul Bourke & Dave Houston  

Two recently divorced dads are getting ready to host a kids party. What could possibly go wrong? A comedy/drama exploring marriage, divorce, men, and violence.
 
Troy Boys is a funny, touching and at times, tragic play about two mates. Frank and Edgar, who struggle to throw a joint birthday party for their sons, while at the same time dealing with their marriage breakdowns – failures which in a modern way parallel 'Homers' story of Helen of Troy.

As the men plan party games, attack cake recipes, deal with lollibags and hangovers the tension between the two increases. Interwoven through the modern story are references to the story of Troy. Characters  speak of sacrifice, love & domestic violence – the same ingredients that have shaped and marred Frank and Edgar’s marriages.
 
Their battleground is a kitchen, their weapons balloons, birthday cakes & lollies but just like their ancient forebears, these ordinary men must choose a path that leads to redemption or destruction.

Excellent short film on boys, men and masculinity

​Contact  Dave  Houston  +61 0411 710 081   [email protected]