All That We Carry, Townsville

All That We Carry, Townsville All That We Carry is a play about the psychological effects on soldiers, veterans & their families after deployment to war zones.

It is set in the modern era but is relevant to all who served . For those who came home, the war often comes with them.

12/11/2025

As relevant today as it was in 2015 and 2017.

All That We Carry aims to give some insight to the audience about the complex issues that many Veterans and ADF members still serving, face on their return to home, after being in war zones.

For civilians it is often something they may have only read about or not been exposed to before, so that is the reason that All That We Carry is set in the modern era, in a home and community context.

During its two seasons, All That We Carry had a noted impact on many of those who generously gave their time and shared their experiences during the writing and researching process - Veterans and family members alike.

For the audience experience several people felt that it told their story, though it was indeed a story shared by so many. It was often the first time that they saw that they were not alone or that their own experiences were validated and recognised by the public response.

It also had an impact on many of the civilian audiences , many of whom had no understanding of the issues the play covers.

And unexpectedly, one audience member from the border area of Afghanistan, spoke with me, the Author and Producer, about how he had never realised what foreign soldiers went through after they returned to their homes. While he and many of his family members had felt the direct impact of that particular conflict, the local belief was that foreign military personnel returning to western countries, lived a carefree life, a happy existence. He said that the play showed him a different side to things and that no one escapes the experience of war.

Is All That We Carry still relevant - I believe it is. The impact of war doesnt go away. PTSD, Moral Injury, Physical Injuries, Family Stresses dont just disappear. Being set in the modern era All That We Carry conveys to current audiences how complex and impactful Service is. The Australian Defence Force is crucial to our society. Those who have served and who continue to serve are owed understanding. As do their families.

Thank you for coming to this Page .

And if you are a Veteran or Serving Member, Thank You.
Thank you for your Service to our Nation.

Fairlie Sandilands

24/02/2017

As the writer and producer of All That We Carry, I would like to thank the wonderful cast, our fantastic director, John Goodson, our great crew, particularly Shai who moved effortlessly from stage manager to actor at the last minute, Paul Freeman for his terrific photos, and most importantly Bill Whitburn OAM President of RSL North Queensland District. Bill saw the potential benefits of the play for both the general community and for veterans and family members and then went about securing funding for this production. Shelley Andrews, Bill's assistant, has ensured that things have gone smoothly from the administration side and she has been very encouraging.
I would like to also thank those who have spread the word about All That We Carry . When we as a nation send men and women out on peacekeeping missions and to war zones, on our behalf, it is our duty in return to ensure that there is support available to them on their return,and for their families. Fairlie Sandilands

All That We Carry had a wonderful review in the Townsville Bulletin today. Its on tonight, the 24th , and tomorrow nigh...
24/02/2017

All That We Carry had a wonderful review in the Townsville Bulletin today. Its on tonight, the 24th , and tomorrow night, the 25th at Riverway Arts Centre. Tickets from Ticketshop online or from the box office. The show starts exactly on time so dont leave it till late to get your tickets.

ALL THAT WE CARRY . The journey back from war in the modern era - self, family and community. Cast and crew. Riverway...
23/02/2017

ALL THAT WE CARRY . The journey back from war in the modern era - self, family and community. Cast and crew. Riverway Arts Centre 23rd, 24th, 25th February. Tickets at the box office or online at Ticket Shop. Tickets $20. MA15+ Show commences 7.30pm and finishes approximately 8.45. Plenty of parking, the bar is open before and after the show . Time afterwards to get home early or go out on the town. Photo by Paul Freeman

OPENING NIGHT ! ALL THAT WE CARRY. Riverway Arts Centre. Rock on up to the theatre, plenty of tickets available at the...
23/02/2017

OPENING NIGHT ! ALL THAT WE CARRY. Riverway Arts Centre. Rock on up to the theatre, plenty of tickets available at the box office - only $20 each. Starts at 7.30pm MA 15+ 23rd, 24th , 25th February. Finishes approximately 8.45pm . Jackson Arthy and Tamika Crane are in the wonderful cast. The play is about the journey back from war in todays world - in a family and community context, Doesnt matter if you have no military connections , this play is for everyone to see - you will laugh, you will cry . Photo by Paul Freeman

ALL THAT WE CARRY. Riverway Arts Centre 23rd, 24th, 25th February. The journey back from war. Tragedy, comedy, fantastic...
22/02/2017

ALL THAT WE CARRY. Riverway Arts Centre 23rd, 24th, 25th February. The journey back from war. Tragedy, comedy, fantastic acting.Rita Neale and Ron Pulman, photo taken by Paul Freeman. Tickets $20 . Get them from the theatre Box Office and online from the Ticket Shop.

When mateship means dealing with the darkest moments together. But is it enough to stave off the memories that can beco...
22/02/2017

When mateship means dealing with the darkest moments together. But is it enough to stave off the memories that can become unbearable. Michael Sams and Ron Pulman - two great actors who are also true gentlemen. Photo by Paul Freeman . ALL THAt WE CARRY . RIVERWAY ARTS CENTRE 23, 24, 25th February. Tickets from the Box Office or Ticket Shop online. MA15+ Tickets only $20. ALL THAT WE CARRY , written by Fairlie Sandilands, directed by John Goodson. A play about commitment, enduring the unbearable, love, compassion . You will cry, you will laugh as the play unfolds. You will come to understand that none of us are alone, but some carry burdens that others can only imagine.

FANTASTIC THEATRE : ALL THAT WE CARRY Riverway 23, 24 25th February. Tickets $20 from the theatre box office . Start tim...
21/02/2017

FANTASTIC THEATRE : ALL THAT WE CARRY Riverway 23, 24 25th February. Tickets $20 from the theatre box office . Start time : 7.30pm . ALSO online from Ticket Shop. DONT MISS OUT ! Photo by Paul Freeman. Christian Agapiou as the Ghost Soldier.

NOT LONG NOW ! Theatre that excites and engages ! Great performances, intense content, with plenty of humour. Ron Pulman...
20/02/2017

NOT LONG NOW ! Theatre that excites and engages ! Great performances, intense content, with plenty of humour. Ron Pulman is outstanding as Ben , a veteran of overseas service who is experiencing Post Traumatic Stress. Dont miss out on his fantastic performance . Directed by Townsville's own Goodo (John Goodson) with a cast that is AMAZING.
ALL THAT WE CARRY Riverway Arts Centre 23, 24, 25th February. Tickets online at TicketShop or from the Box Office.

Tamika Crane plays a very demanding role in All That We Carry. She is already an experienced actor and is enjoying the c...
18/02/2017

Tamika Crane plays a very demanding role in All That We Carry. She is already an experienced actor and is enjoying the challenge of Claire, the daughter of Iraq, Timor and Afghanistan veteran Ben, who is struggling with PTSD and flashbacks to his war experiences. A teenager, Claire is finding her own feet in the world, a world that has now become very distressing for her at times. ALL THAT WE CARRY Riverway Arts Centre 23, 24 and 25th of February. Tickets $20 from Ticketshop online or from the theatre box office. This is a play for adults with confronting themes and strong language. MA15+

Want to do something extra special this Thursday night , the 23rd? At a price that is so beyond good? Want to be able to...
18/02/2017

Want to do something extra special this Thursday night , the 23rd? At a price that is so beyond good? Want to be able to get home early enough to catch the right amount of zzzzs before Friday's work and school run ? Come along to see ALL THAT WE CARRY . Its an amazing play at Riverway Arts Centre - you will literally laugh and cry and have a terrific night. It's finished by 9.00pm - enough time for a coffee with friends at Canon Park or a drink at the theatre bar (before and after the show), to still be home before its late . ALL THAT WE CARRY , a local production, starring some of the best actors in Townsville and beyond. Of course its on the Friday and Saturday night as well, but if you come along on Thursday , you can be the first one to tell your friends and workmates about it. Tickets are only $20 and its a play for adults MA15+ Tickets from Ticketshop online or from the BoxOffice at Riverway.

ALL THAT WE CARRY is thrilled to have Rita Neale come back to the cast for this second run of the play. Rita plays a ver...
18/02/2017

ALL THAT WE CARRY is thrilled to have Rita Neale come back to the cast for this second run of the play. Rita plays a very dissatisfied customer that was dealt with by the main character, Ben , a veteran of Iraq, Timor and Afghanistan.Like most of the cast, Rita has several roles in the play. She is a talented performer, well known to Townsville audiences. ALL THAT WE CARRY Riverway Arts Centre , 23, 24, 25th of February. Tickets through TicketShop online or at the Box Office.

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