The Will To Be at The Butterfly Club

One lonely night in 1962, a young university lecturer weighs up his life. The career of his dreams is no more. His secret is out. Will he choose love or the law?In a time when homosexuality is illegal in Australia, a man of reputation must ask the everlasting question: to be or not to be? A one-man show exploring legacy, sexuality, and shame, married with the words of William Shakespeare and music of the 1960s.Does a life filled with fear and denial make for any life at all?Written, Produced and Performed by Mark Salvestro.Assistant Produced by Anthea Greco and William LeeSound Design by Steve CarnellLighting Design by Lachlan McleanSet Design by Carmody NicolCostume Design by Oliver RossPraise from Mark Salvestros previous work:'Mesmerising and gifted' - Arts Hub.A passionate and romantic performer - BCause Arts.A new and emerging playwright with an impressive set of skills ready to be unleashed in the performing arts industry - What's On In Adelaide.Mark Salvestro is indeed a very talented young man. Riveting and moving - a talented musician, singer, actor and playwright' Adelaide Theatre Guide.