Welcome to Mannix the Play
"Mannix" is a multi-layered work, combining local, national and international events with rich imagery and Irish song to tell the story of one of Australia’s most important and influential speakers.
Mannix was outspoken on many issues. His opposition of conscription for World War One famously brought him into conflict with the then Prime Minister, Mr Billy Hughes, who also features in this production.
The play evolved from a short monologue written by Rod Quantock for Terence Donovan, that was performed at the annual Mannix dinner at "Raheen", (for many years the home of Daniel Mannix). This was followed by a reading at the Celtic Club to very enthusiastic reviews and a run of performances at the Kingston Arts Centre, all of which sold out.
"Mannix" then moved to the Trades Hall for a three-week season, extended for another week due to popular demand. The production has had further engagements in Melbourne with two performances at Mannix College, Monash University and another two in the Crypt at Xavier College. Attendance was excellent at all performances.
The play runs for one hour, ten minutes and covers the period from the arrival of Mannix in Australia from Ireland in 1913 through the following turbulent years into the 1920’s.
