Reindear Productions' staging of Constellations by Nick Payne was an audience favourite during its Tasmanian tour at the Leven Theatre & Peacock Theatre. Combining a pair of knockout performances by Ross Hay & Elizabeth Jolly, with Adam Dear's inventive design and staging, the production made for a thought-provoking night of the theatre. 
(Jaikira Grundy Photography)

★★★★ 

“Bold and exploratory”

Londontheatre1

Two absurdist plays raise questions about family, food production and nature. Milk is a fast-paced work observing two siblings dealing with loss, a slave and a visitor who enters from the sky and changes their lives. Milk explores ritual, torture, death, and the hope of new beginnings. Honey uses bee-like behaviour to explore human relations. Characters are numbered One through Four, each with a unique role. Honey investigates life cycles, hardwired impulses, repetitive action and disruptions in speech patterns.

With its witty dialogue, slapstick humour, and a plot full of mistaken identities, Reindear Productions' 1990s interpretation was a hit.

     The performances for this unique show were outdoors, taking full advantage of Tasmania's beautiful scenery. 

(Photography by Jonah Smith - Pro Visuals)

Working as the Assistant Director for Douglas Rintoul at the Queens Theatre in London was an incredible experience. A standout feature of this production was the actors playing their own instruments, adding a vibrant and authentic dimension to the beloved musical.

This marked Dear's debut as a director for Sydney's Short and Sweet Festival. He chose an abstract play with no set, starring Charlotte Connor and Deborah Faye Lee, who delivered a gripping portrayal of a harrowing escape from sadistic creatures. The fast-paced, unconventional production captivated audiences and earned second place in week four of the festival.

Inspired by the epic tales of King David, Dear’s production, Through the Valley, explored the king’s pivotal life events in a compelling two-act play. Featuring a vibrant ensemble of musicians, actors, and dancers, the production brought ancient history vividly to life on stage.

(Photography by Caleb Westwood)