21 Hearts: Vivian Bullwinkel & the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke

TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY 23 FEBRUARY

A compelling true story of the celebration of women’s strength, love and hope in the face of adversity.

Vivian Bullwinkel was one of 65 Australian nurses who boarded the Vyner Brooke in an attempt to flee the Japanese invasion of Singapore in February 1942. Bombed by Japanese fighter planes and after spending days at sea, she and some other survivors found their way to Radji Beach on Banka Island, where they surrendered. In one of the most atrocious acts of war crimes in Australian history, 22 nurses were forced to march into the sea, where they were callously machine-gunned. The only survivor and witness, Vivian spent the rest of the war in a prison camp before liberation, and her remaining years fighting for recognition of the bravery of her friends and colleagues; their strength and courage in the face of death sustaining her for the rest of her illustrious life.

21 Hearts relays the resilient Aussie humour displayed by the women in the camp and provides a respectful and authentic voice to those who were silenced, remembering them for who they were and not just for what happened to them. A story of hope, courage, resilience and heart.

Featuring six of WA’s most outstanding actors, 21 Hearts is a celebration of the human spirit and an uplifting, inspiring story which reminds us of the great futility of war.

Suitable for ages 10+

Duration: 110 minutes plus intermission

Foyer doors and bar open: 6.15pm

• Show: 7.00pm

Seating Information

• Row A: Floor-level, accessible seating.
• Rows D–N: Tiered auditorium seating, accessible via stairs.

Handrails are only available up to Row H

*Tickets non-refundable and non exchangeable*