‘Isn’t she gorgeous? Hardly been ridden. She’s been in the garage just gathering dust.’

Becky’s pregnant and frustrated. Her husband is more interested in the baby manual than her new underwear so she turns to the porn stash under the bed. As the summer heats up, a brief encounter sends her speeding downhill towards reckless abandon.

Provocative, hilarious and absolutely crucial, Rachel Chant directed the Sydney premiere of The Village Bike at the Old Fitz Theatre in July 2017.

NOMINATED: SYDNEY THEATRE AWARD FOR BEST FEMALE ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE IN AN INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION (GABRIELLE SCAWTHORNE)

“One of the best independent productions of the year…this production could sit proudly on any main stage in Sydney. ★★★★” Jason Blake – Sydney Morning Herald

“Gabrielle Scawthorn is absolutely outstanding as Becky.” Ben Neutze – Daily Review

“Full marks to director Rachel Chant, whose desire for perfection is hereby duly noted. The Sydney Theatre Company couldn’t wish for a more polished and convincing set.” Frank Hatherley – Stage Whispers

“Sequences oscillate between comedy and drama effortlessly, with moments of breathtaking sexual tension giving an excellent sense of texture and dimension to what we see, hear and feel.” Suzy Wrong – SuzyGoesSee