Playhouse, QPAC


22 - 24 Sep 2022
$50 - $65

A transaction fee of $7.20 applies.

1 hour 35 minutes

(no interval, subject to change without notice)

Before Ash Barty lifted the trophy at Wimbledon, there was Evonne Goolagong.

A young girl hits a ball against the tin wall of her family’s home. This is where it all began for Evonne. Hers is a quintessentially Blak Australian story about a girl from the bush who dared to dream. With the support of an outback farming town, Evonne rose to become the number one tennis player in the world and a household name by the age of 19.

Evonne Goolagong’s heart-warming story is a celebration of spirit and passion over adversity, and a tribute to a woman whose sporting prowess continues to inspire a nation, giving hope to thousands of young girls across the country.

This landmark new Australian work is written and directed by Yorta Yorta / Gunaikurnai theatremaker Andrea James (Yanagai! Yanagai!). With its distinctively Australian sensibility and humour, Sunshine Super Girl asks us to consider our nation’s future and the part we can play for the next ‘Goolagong’ waiting in the wings.


Sunshine Super Girl explores connection o country and community, while taking an unflinching look at poverty, adversity and racism in Australia. The story is told with plenty of heart, humour, charm and skill.

- Witness 

Sunshine Super Girl is destined to become a  legacy piece of Australian theatre.

- Sydney Festival

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Important Information

Age Recommendation

This production is suitable for ages 12+.

Warning

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander guests are advised that this performance may contain images of people who are deceased.

Mild coarse language, adult themes, flashing lights & haze are used in this production.

Accessibility at QPAC

For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by calling 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here .

Presented by QPAC, Brisbane Festival and Channel Nine. This project is supported through the Giving Program by Tim Fairfax AC and Gina Fairfax AC.