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You're Not Special
Written by Sam O'Sullivan
11th, 12th, 18th & 19th July 2025 @ 7pm
13th & 20th July 2025 @ 2pm
Black Box Theatre, Nambour
In an age where every part of our lives is filtered, shared, and dissected online, what happens to the simple, human experiences that make us who we are? You're Not Special is a dark comedy that dives headfirst into the messy, beautiful, and sometimes terrifying ways technology has changed the way we live, love, and connect.
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Dan meets an attractive stranger, setting off a series of events that threaten to derail his life. Meanwhile, his girlfriend Ellie is feeling the intense pressure of work, struggling to stay afloat under the weight of modern expectations — all while being pursued by an unseen, powerful force. Then there's April, a student teacher who just so happens to have a key to your apartment...
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Bitingly funny and painfully honest, Sam O'Sullivan’s acclaimed script holds a mirror to our hyper-connected world, asking urgent questions about where we're heading — and what we might be losing along the way.
You're Not Special is directed and performed by Tyraeli Langley, Riley Scott, and Caitie Elliott in a bold ensemble production that strips theatre back to its essentials: storytelling, connection, and raw, electric performances.
Powerful, relatable, and strikingly relevant, You're Not Special captures the spirit of our times with sharp humour and emotional depth. Whether you've felt the ache of digital disconnection or wondered how your life might look without a screen in your hand, this is a production that will leave you thinking — and talking — long after the lights come up.