The grandaddy of English-language apocalyptic sci-fi novels is arguably HG Wells’ 1898 classic The War of the Worlds. Wells’ novel was written when the British Empire still reigned supreme, but the storm clouds of war on a new and terrifying scale between the European great powers were gathering ominously overhead. The War of the Worlds: invasion anxietiesWelles’ radio play was broadcast on the eve of World War II, when fascism and militarism were advancing across the globe. Will O’Mahony creating sound effects (Foley) in a toilet bowl in The War of the Worlds. The War of the Worlds will be performing at Venue 360 in Perth until 9 August 2025.