Melbourne South China Multicultural Association presents Raise Your Hand If You’re Sick (有病请举手), a Mandarin-language comedy inspired by Molière’s The Imaginary Invalid.
At the centre of the story is Argan, a wealthy man convinced that he is constantly unwell. Around him, family members, a sharp-witted maid and some rather questionable medical practitioners become entangled in a lively comedy of love, money, marriage and self-interest. As competing plans unfold, exaggerated worries and unexpected encounters turn his household upside down.
Drawing on the spirit of classic French comedy, this production invites audiences to laugh at familiar human habits: believing what we want to believe, mistaking appearances for truth, and trying to control the people closest to us. Beneath the humour lie questions about trust, affection and what it really means to care for someone.
Performed by Melbourne Classic Theatre Group, the production brings together volunteer cast and crew who share a passion for theatre, language and cultural exchange.
Join us for an evening of comic characters, family intrigue and theatrical fun, celebrating the enduring appeal of Molière through a Chinese-language performance.
Performances take place at 7 pm on 21 and 22 November 2026 at The Round Studio Theatre.
Performed in Mandarin Chinese.
Presented by Melbourne South China Multicultural Association
