The Last Train to Madeline by Callum Mackay
Presented by Australian Theatre for Young People in Partnership with Fever103 Theatre | March 11 - 28, 2026 | The Popsy
A kaleidoscope of memory, music and the cost of childhood dreams.
A sweltering small-town summer in Wangaratta. Ten-year-olds Maddy and Luke first meet. Maddy is convinced of two things: her dad is a famous rockstar, and if she travels the world for long enough she’ll eventually find him.
Follow Maddy and Luke from ten, to seventeen, to twenty-three years old as they reminisce and dream about what once was, what could one day be, and all the confusing and painful stuff in between.
CAST & CREATIVES
Cast
Maddy (23) - Tyallah Bullock
Luke (23) - Leon Walshe
Maddy (17) - Rylea Ellis
Luke (17) - Finn Middleton
Maddy (10) - Sophie Gnodtke
Luke (10) - Rory Spink
Maddy (10) - Pia Monti
Luke (10) - Trix Bowditch
Writer - Callum Mackay
Director - Hayden Tonazzi
Producer - Ryan Whitworth-Jones
Set & Costume Designer - Savanna Wegman
Lighting Designer - Spencer Herd
Composer & Sound Designer - Oliver Beard
Associate Director - Kate Murphy
Industry Mentor - Matilda Ridgway
Dramaturg - George Kemp
Production Manager - Harry Dowling
Stage Manager - Jasper Browne
Assistant Director - Jasper Reucassel
Creatives
PRESS
★★★★ 1/2 - “An exquisitely crafted production filled with authenticity, heart and tenderness” - Arts Hub
★★★★ - “Scenes…crackle with youthful enthusiasm…Consistently funny, spirited and full of energy” - State of the Art
★★★★ - “A poignant story about love and friendship through the ages, exploring memory, possibility and emotion” - Bacchus At the Theatre
★★★★ - “The Last Train To Madeline is an excellent example why we need theatre for young people. The robust talent of these actors, and indeed every member of this production team, showcases Australian talent and leaves us with hope for our thespian future.” - Theatre Now
