FIFO

FIFO

Don your high-vis, grab a middy, and buckle up because the seat belt light is on!

‘FIFO’ is an electrifying production that takes you deep into the world of Fly In/Fly Out mining. Follow five mining employees through one unforgettable ‘swing’ where hysterical laughter, and deep reflection await.

Inspired by true events, FIFO examines the relationships of employees and their families, forming a subtle allegory of Australia’s long and tangled partnership with the resource sector. As a new female workforce establishes itself, the site becomes the fore-front of very serious allegations, and the very fabric of Australian society is put to the test.

Featuring Perth’s most exciting talent, ‘FIFO’ promises to be an unmissable event, leaving audiences with much and more to dig into.

Reviews

“The entire cast has done a stellar job of gifting us the broad-ranging and surprisingly accurate spectrum of issues and emotions found within the industry. I will keep this spoiler free – but be prepared to have your heartstrings pulled by more than one character, in more than one way.(…)Overall, a well-crafted and insightful look at the elements of the industry that can remain unseen. I hope it has a life beyond FRINGE WORLD.”
Kate O’Sullivan, FringeFeed

“Fans of intelligent and witty theatre with something bold to say will certainly enjoy FIFO.”
Bec Weldon – Express Magazine

“Great performance highlighting some of the hidden issues in FIFO.”
“Well written and acted. Quintessessentially WA!”
– ‘Audience Reacts’ on FringeFeed

Technical

Venue Format
Black box
Proscenium arch
Town hall

Touring Party Size

6

Location

Perth

Category

A tour-ready work

Available to Tour

February 15 2025

Artforms

Theatre and Puppetry

Audience

Adults - General
Men
Women

Duration

90 minutes

Get In

3 hour/s

Get Out

1 hour/s

Costs

Remount Cost: $20k +
Weekly Fee: $5 - 10k
Per Performance Fee: $0 - $2k
Royalties: 10%

Company Contacts

Contact Name:

Mark

McDonald

Email: markmcd.creative@gmail.com
Phone: 0459 542 100

Company Bio

FIFO' was created by a group of award-winning theatre makers, all graduates of the WAAPA Performance Making course. This group includes Mark McDonald, Jared Barkla, Jono Battista, Tamara Creasey and Jackson Vaughan. Each of these theatre makers have independently worked on award winning creative projects in WA, interstate and internationally.

Led by Mark McDonald, the group came together in November 2023 to develop FIFO from a small 20 minute showing, originally created during their time at WAAPA, to a 75 minute full length play. After an explosive season at the State Theatre Centre of Western Australia, as part of the Perth Fringe World State of Play season, the group is now working in collaboration with the Arts and Culture Trust, and applying for funding towards a 90 minute presentation for a full 5 week season later this year.