Paul has appeared in Making Money for Unseen Theatre Company, Aladdin for Northern Light Theatre Company and Dangerous Liaisons for Burnside Players.
Paul lives at Mawson Lakes and works as a manager for TunzaFun (a video game arcade) and in his spare time likes to draw and write comics and enjoys ‘op shopping’ for more items to add to his increasing 70s wardrobe.

Paul's playing Akthar; the only Muslim in the class with immense family pressure to achieve. He is very intelligent and has his goals set high.
“I’m fascinated by Akthar as he’s from a different background to me,” says Paul. “The challenge of becoming someone different not only in ethinicity but in culture is too much to resist.”

Ben has most recently appeared in An Inspector Calls with St Jude’s Players, Shakespeare’s As You Like It with This Rough Magic and An Experiment With An Airpump with the Adelaide University Theatre Guild.
Ben lives in Glenelg East and studies professional writing at the Adelaide Centre for the Arts and may well spend a lot of his future in and around classrooms.

The History Boys is one of Ben’s favourite films and he was delighted at being asked to play the part of Scripps. Scripps is perhaps the most grounded of the boys. Armed with his unwavering faith and sharp mind, he is an astute observer of the world around him.
"It’s both exciting and flattering that they’re letting me be a teenager again," he says. "I couldn’t be more thrilled about my long overdue debut with Mixed Salad."

Todd is excited about getting back onto the stage after several years away from the craft. He’s performed in a variety of roles from West to A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
He lives in Seacombe Heights and spends much of his time on the tennis court or with his one year-old son.

Todd plays Dakin; the sex-obsessed and super-confident member of the class, he's the object of many of the boys (and some of the teachers) attention.

Since returning to the stage in 2005, Alastair has been constantly treading the boards, with History Boys being his 11th show. He most recently appeared in the Tea Tree Players' adaptation of Agatha Christie's 'A Murder Is Announced.'
From his base of operations in Salisbury East, Alastair hopes to eventually make a career out of his writing, acting, photography, directing, drama teaching or music. Whichever happens first.

Alastair is playing Lockwood; an aloof and detached boy and, although he is always ready to join in with the fun and humour, is arguably one of the smartest of the group.
"I'm definitely excited about this play," says Alastair. "I loved the script, with its dry humour and powerful themes and with such a dedicated, talented cast, it's going to be a lot of fun."

After eight years Lee returned to the stage earlier this year with another of Bennett’s plays Enjoy with Adelaide Repertory Theatre. 
He is thrilled to be back in the theatre. "The energy oozing from this incredible cast and thought provoking playwright is so exciting".
Lee lives in Norwood and has an insatiable passion for food and secret aspirations to become the next Nigella.

Lee is playing Irwin, a shrewd young temporary teacher brought in to ensure that the boys get accepted to Oxford & Cambridge.
Irwin’s style of fleeing the crowd and encouraging the students to be provocative to get noticed not only excites the boys but ruffles a few feathers in the process.

Liam has acted recently in Hotel Sorrento with Stirling Players, as well as appearing in many plays throughout high school at Cornerstone College.
He lives in the Hills in a small country town near Mt Barker.
Liam spends his spare time surfing and cycling and loves any outdoor activity.

Liam is playing Rudge; the hard-working student more known for his sporting ability than for his intelligence.
“It’s awesome to be involved in a much-loved play in such a well respected theatre company in Adelaide,” says Liam. “It’s a great introduction into the theatre community.”

Ben has appeared in various Norwood Morialta High School productions but The History Boys is his first performance since finishing.
He lives in St Morris, enjoys playing music and is an amateur crypto zoologist.

Ben plays Posner; the youngest of the class who is also gay and Jewish.
"Being a recent school leaver myself I'm enjoying working on a play that really examines education and whether or not it can prepare us for the real world," says Ben.

Recently, Lindy has appeared in Roots and Wings and Love Forty for the Galleon Theatre Group and in Secret Bridesmaids Business for St Jude's Players.
Lindy is a teacher and lives at West Lakes with her husband (a retired teacher) and has 2 adult children, one of whom is also a teacher!

Lindy plays "Totty" (as she is known by the boys); an experienced teacher who teaches the facts straight down the line. She is a very plain speaker but is not adverse to a bit of a gossip!
"Actually my own teaching technique is probably more in the style of Hector," says Lindy. "I enjoy adding a creative flavour to my lessons! With this in mind I relish the opportunity to portray such a disillusioned, dry and droll character."

Jack is a 17 year old student studying year 11 at Norwood Morialta High School, hoping to become a creative writer.

He won acclaim for his role in Rabbit Hole for Mixed Salad last year - the Sunday Mail called Jack 'one to watch'.

Jack plays Crowther; an intelligent, sporty, middle class school boy trying to live up to what his parents expect of him.

Joshua is no stranger to the stage, having both performed lead roles in and directed many a musical theatre production for numerous professional and pro-am theatre companies in Adelaide and overseas.
He lives in Marion, and spends what little spare time he has as a photographer and playing Korfball with national champions, Arista.

Joshua plays Timms; the energetic, care-free clown of the class who is quick on the uptake when it comes to injecting some humour into the class.
"I'm very excited about performing in The History Boys," Josh says. "Though it is very strange playing a role where I don't have to sing about how I'm feeling!."

Recently, Dave has appeared in Rabbit Hole, Torch Song Trilogy and Educating Rita for Mixed Salad Productions.
Dave lives in Eden Hills and spends a lot of time swimming in his lap pool and trimming hedges in the garden.

Dave plays Hector; the eccentric much-loved English teacher who believes learning is about more than passing exams - but he has a fatal flaw.
"Hector is one of those teachers you remember from your own school days," says Dave. "He controls the boys through humour - so I'm looking forward to being in charge of my classroom and delivering some great put downs!"

Peter has recently appeared as Major Petkoff in Arms & The Man for Therry Dramatic Society, his two most favourite roles being Daddy Warbucks in Annie for The Met and The Common Man in A Man For All Seasons for St Jude's Players which won him a Best Actor award.
Peter lives in Bedford Park and is a graphic designer and picture framer. He has performed in several plays with his daughter Alicia and both his sons have been on stage, Warwick most recently in Arms & The Man.

Peter plays Felix Armstrong, the results-obsessed Headmaster. Humourless and perhaps disappointed in his own failure to make Oxbridge entrance, he is determined the boys should not fail.
"I am really looking forward to this show - such a great cast and director - and working with Alan Bennett's brilliant dialogue," says Peter. "And yet another grumpy character to portray, am I getting typecast?"

Sally is one of the co-founders of Mixed Salad Productions, winning accolades for her direction of our first production in 2003 Love! Valour! Compassion!
Most recently Sally received rave reviews for her tender direction of Rabbit Hole.

"I probably enjoy the rehearsals and the preparation more than the performances because I love working with creative and talented people," says Sally.

In her private life, Sally has a demanding job as principal of a small Hill's school. She lives in Athelstone and likes to read good books, go to the theatre, travel when the opportunity arises and maybe design and make a quilt or two.

"I am very excited about directing The History Boys because it combines all my favourite ingredients and ideas I care about," says Sally. "It's a fabulously funny and poignant script by Alan Bennett and a highly talented cast and crew."