Chasing Happy

One day you must tell me your full and complete story, unabridged and unexpurgated. We will set aside some time for it, and meet. It’s very important. 
Maneck smiled. ‘Why is it important?’ 
It’s extremely important because it helps to remind yourself of who you are. Then you can go forward, without fear of losing yourself in this ever-changing world.” 

— Rohinton Mistry, A fine balance

When asked, “What do you want from life?” most people instinctively respond with a simple yet profound answer: “I want to be happy.” This near-universal desire for happiness is deeply ingrained in human nature. However, the concept of happiness itself is far more complex and elusive than it may initially appear.

Concept and Directed by: Samantha Chester
Devised and Performed by: Graduating Actors 2022
Sound Design: Arran O’Mara

WAAPA | Images Timothy Green
Bachelor of Arts, Acting, Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts