SYDNEY II: Lost and Found

A true story of romance, danger, courage and fateful decisions. From the dark days of World War II to a race against time more than sixty years later comes a story of love, loss and hope.

In THEATRE 180’s CinePlay production, SYDNEY II: Lost and Found tells the real-life story of the dramatic loss of the pride of the Royal Australian Navy off the coast of Geraldton. This epic story of love and loss, fear and courage, and the long-awaited resolution of a mystery—kept alive by those who never gave up hope—is brought to life by an outstanding cast: Myles Pollard, Tom O’Sullivan and Georgia Unsworth.

When HMAS Sydney IIwas sunk by the disguised German Raider HSK Kormoran in November 1941, it took with it, along with her entire crew of 645 men, the hopes and dreams of a nation as the war arrived on our doorstep. Among Sydney’s crew was a young Western Australian Able Seaman, Allan Rowe. Recently wed, Allan had only just learned that he was to be a father. For 66 years, Allan’s wife, Jessie, and their daughter, Ellen, held onto hope that one day the wreck of Sydney would be found.

In 2008, through the persistence of the volunteer Directors of the Finding Sydney Foundation, that long-held dream finally came true.

Journey across oceans and eras as we chart the loss of Australia’s famous warship and the long search that finally revealed her resting place. A story of great courage and heart that pays tribute to her valiant crew. A story for all Australians.

This is a must see production!
- Libby Stone

Such an important story, powerfully communicated.
An ingenious way to impart such a significant moment in our history.
- Donna Hughes