Lost Property
Theatre production, Club Voltaire
Written by Amelia Dunn & Tuia Suter
Directed by Tuia Suter
Performed by Amelia Dunn
Produced by Lucy Kennedy
Sound & Lighting by Madelaine Jamieson
Next show: Adelaide Fringe, March 13-15th 2025, TICKETS
A one-woman drama exploring the complexities of womanhood and the nuanced dynamics of female relationships, all from the perspective of Alice - an unrelenting optimist on her morning tram commute.
Blending absurdity and comedy with poignant reflections on solidarity, Lost Property poses the question: What do women truly owe each other?
★★★★★ “An extraordinary and vital piece of theatre” - Stage Whispers
★★★★★ “Clever, hilarious and poignant" - Tagg
★★★★ “A smart, sensitive treatise on how we relate to each other” - Theatre Matters
“A bravura performance that reaffirmed faith in the monologue” - Melbourne Observer
“Refreshing, very funny” - Praise Dionysus
ACF 2025 Boost Funding Cohort
Lost Property Funding Campaign - help us take Lost Property to Camden and Edinburgh Fringe! All donations doubled by Creative Australia.
Audience Reviews
“Lost Property had it all! Laugh out loud observations (and props!), gripping the seat intensity and wiping the tears relatability. Thought provoking and entertaining. Wonderfully written and superbly acted. Loved it!“ - Jacinta Molloy
“From the uncompromisingly honest and witty script to the deliciously daring performance, Lost Property is the kind of gut punch theatre that everyone needs to see.“ - Jemima Dunn
“Absolutely loved this show! It captured so many emotions and challenging themes in a lighthearted way. I was completely captivated the whole time, Amelia and Tuia have done an amazing job!“ - Amanda Yeo
“Relatable, heart wrenching, witty, engaging, truly one of the best local shows I’ve ever seen“ - Caitlin Soennichsen
“Lost Property takes you on an amazing journey through one woman's struggles with friendship, romance, work and more–showing that actually, all of these things are connected more than we might realise. Never a dull moment, the audience is drawn in right from the very start, with something to connect to at every turn.“ - Adam Smith
"Lost Property" is a witty and emotionally charged one-woman drama that masterfully balances humour with tension. Through Alice's morning tram commute and her quest to reclaim a lost possession, the play captures the intricacies of womanhood and the subtle dynamics of how women connect in a patriarchal world. It’s a poignant and relatable journey, blending the full spectrum of humor with profound emotional depth.” - Ashley Donovan
"FANTASTIC” - Connor McAuslan
"Deserving of a headline” - Yoana Doleva
"A wonderful, cleverly written and funny show that keeps you engrossed throughout. Amelia is amazing and engages the audience from the start to the finish. The story is original and the storyline unexpected, but hilarious and performed brilliantly. A thoroughly enjoyable evening.” - Kate Glezos
"Stunning. A beautiful story of womanhood and sisterhood. You will laugh. You will cry. This play will touch your heart and your funny bone.” - William Moses
“Sharp and witty, with a perfect balance of humor and depth… an absolute must see!” - Hayle and Shine
“An enthralling story that I can’t help but think was inspired by an unfortunate reality… Bravo!” - Social Liaison