Ensemble Theatre: Top Silk
6 August @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm AEST

For Jane Fredericks, the fight for justice is personal. As a passionate legal aid solicitor, Jane risks everything to help an old flame, and her world quickly unravels – both in the courtroom and at home. Her husband Trevor, a prominent barrister, faces his own ethical conundrum: defend a powerful media mogul to advance his career or protect his integrity.
Top Silk is David Williamson’s second offering in Ensemble’s 2026 season, following his sold-out The Social Ladder, which premiered earlier this year.
Pairing his trademark wit with Mark Kilmurry’s sharp direction, this is a clever satire from one of Australia’s greatest storytellers not to be missed.
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