Mum’s promised him a bike, so he keeps his shirt clean, his head down, and steers clear of the smoking boys and the what-what girls. Because good things come to good people. Don’t they?

Spanning multiple characters, communities and years, Good Dog tells the story of growing up amidst the everyday injustices that drive people to take back control. An achingly visceral roar, Kene’s play crackles with vivid detail and empathy, showing us what happens to those unheard and unseen.

Rachel Chant directed two-time Sydney Theatre Award-winning actor Justin Amankwah in the Australian premiere at the Kings X Theatre in November 2019.

WINNER: SYDNEY THEATRE AWARD FOR BEST MALE ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE IN AN INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION (JUSTIN AMANKWAH)

“A blistering work, hot with ambition. With one performer and a run time of about two hours, Justin Amankwah’s stage presence is trance-inducing. We are left wondering where the time went as the tale is unfurled. ★★★★” Sean Maroney – The Music

“An epic, sprawling narrative carried with grace by a rising young talent… under the fine direction of Rachel Chant.” Kate Prendergast – Audrey Journal

“Gripping and moving… Chant’s direction ensures the focus never moves from Amankwah and the text. ★★★★” TheatrePeople

“Sensitive, and dignified, in its portrayals of prejudice and disparity in a foreign land” Suzy Wrong – SuzyGoesSee

“Thoughtful and revelatory… Chant directs with simplicity and intention. ★★★★.5” Felicity Anderson – Theatre Now