Boys on the Bus by Jamie Hornsby

A raw and raucous coming of age drama, The Boys on the Bus is another masterwork from multi-award winning playwright, Jamie Hornsby. Gritty and gripping, with a jet-black sense of humour, The Boys on the Bus examines class, identity, despair, masculinity, and the stuff that goes on at 2am in the carpark of the 24-hour bakery. In a town where everyone tells you the only way to succeed is to run far away, this play is about the ones who stay behind.

The Boys On The Bus is a sister show to Jopuka’s inaugural commission, because there was fire. This project is made possible by funding from The NSW Department of Regional Youth and Bendigo Bank.

  • Director || Joshua Maxwell

  • The Launch Pad || April 2023

  • ATYP Rebel Theatre || August 2023

Original Central Coast Cast

Max Lindhardt-Ward as Max || Kani Lukuta as Cork || Kyra Kent as Saffron || Brooke Shorten as Gemma || Amani Halak as Zara || Samuel Saifiti as Jason || Xander Rush as Todd || Christopher Eadie as Nate || Lucinda Ford as Elise || Jennifer Grant as Alysha || Calem Madden as Dennis || Jacob Bloor as Swimmer || Eden Ormsby as Cover

Sydney Season Cast

Max Lindhardt-Ward as Max || Kani Lukuta as Cork || Kyra Kent as Saffron || Brooke Shorten as Gemma || Amani Halak as Zara || Samuel Saifiti as Jason || Xander Rush as Todd || Christopher Eadie as Nate || Abby Muddle as Elise || Steph Hanlon as Alysha || Calem Madden as Dennis || Jacob Bloor as Swimmer || Eden Ormsby as Cover

Show Photos, Reviews & Media

“Hornsby’s writing is exquisite, showcasing his exceptional talent that has won him numerous awards for his prior works. His script a captivating cocktail with a balanced mix of comedy and drama which expertly encapsulates the tumultuous experience that is adolescence. Hornsby delves into the challenges of growing up in the regions, exploring issues of class, identity, and purpose with remarkable candour and authenticity.” – Stage Whispers

Show Photos

Photo Credits

James Beggs || Jamie Hornsby || Joshua Maxwell