Abusive, cantankerous and burned out by booze, Leo Bailey is one of Australia’s national treasures. A gifted and renowned painter and chronic alcoholic, he can no longer take care of himself. His resentful daughter has employed a succession of minders who haven’t lasted, that is, until Therese comes along, fresh out of prison and determined to make a go of her limited options. A tough, funny and deeply moving play about friendship, ego, art and the secret for a better life.

By Debra Oswald

Directed by Vicky Horwood