Celeste Barber returns to theatre after 20 years in The Book of Liz
Known for TV and stand-up comedy, Barber will play Sister Elizabeth in The Book of Liz, written by Amy and David Sedaris.
Celeste Barber is returning to the stage for the first time since 2006. She joins Sydney Theatre Company's 2027 season in The Book of Liz.
American siblings Amy and David Sedaris wrote the play. It premiered Off-Broadway in 2001.
Barber will play Sister Elizabeth Donderstock. She is a relentlessly positive nun.
She decides to leave her community after being forced to give up her treasured cheese ball recipe. Barber has spent the last two decades in stand-up comedy and television.
She appeared in Wellmania and Colin from Accounts. Barber worked at STC's restaurant in 2003.
This was the year after finishing drama school. She has long wanted to return to the company.
The opportunity to work with Amy and David Sedaris convinced her to take the role.
- 20 years
- Years away from theatre
- 2006
- Last stage role
- Off-Broadway, 2001
- Play premiere
- 2003
- STC restaurant job
Why it mattersThis marks a major career milestone for Barber after 20 years away from live theatre.
AustraliaThe announcement is part of STC's 2027 programming, bringing Barber back to a company she has long wanted to work with in her home city.
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