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Matthew Ryan Matthew Ryan i(A75227 works by) (a.k.a. Matt Ryan)
Born: Established: 1978 ;
Gender: Male
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Matthew Ryan is a Queensland playwright and has been an Affiliate Writer with the Queensland Theatre Company in 1999, 2000 and 2003.

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y separately published work icon Kelly 2011 Strawberry Hills : Currency Press , 2013 Z1813202 2011 single work drama

'Cowards, murderers or heroes? Life or death?

'Ned Kelly is about to hang for his crimes, but his final night in prison is interrupted by the arrival of his brother Dan, disguised as a priest. Supposedly killed at the siege of Glenrowan, Dan is intent on moving north to Queensland and forgetting his past.

'To do so, he needs Ned’s blessing and forgiveness. But the last time they saw each other, Dan tried to shoot Ned dead. So begins a brutal confrontation by two titans of Australian history. Facing the sins of their past, each blames the other for their downfall. And neither will escape unharmed.' (Production summary)

2015 nominated Helpmann Awards for Performing Arts in Australia Best Regional Touring Production
2012 Commendation Matilda Awards Best Independent Production
2013 Commendation Matilda Awards Best New Australian Play
2019 shortlisted Matilda Awards Best Independent Production
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