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Antigone

This new presentation of Antigone, one of the most powerful and enduring dramas of all time, is both passionate and thoughtful. For ninety minutes the audience is invited to observe and experience the corrosive power of the Antigone story as it echoes up and down the ages. It tells the emotive tale of Antigone's defiance of her Uncle Creon's autocratic rule. Perhaps now, more than ever, this is a timely re-emergence of a classic piece for a modern audience. Antigone, adapted and directed by Conall Morrison and presented by the Storytellers Theatre Co, stars Donal Beecher, Bosco Hogan, Pauline Hutton (Antigone), Louis Lovett, Simon O'Gorman, Diane O'Keefe, Robert O'Mahony (Creon), Dylan Tighe and Helena Walsh.

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Sons and Daughters

Sons and Daughters is a play for children aged from 8 to 12 years and consists of two short pieces from Jim Nolan and Marina Carr. Each piece has contrasting yet complimentary themes, which speak directly to young sophisticated minds, through humour, music and movement. ‘Sons’ – based on an original story by Nolan – tells the tale of a young boy who must provide for his family when his father is injured. The youngster learns his own limitations and special strengths. ‘Daughters’ by Carr, has been adapted from various traditional fairytales and tells the story of Little Daughter who stands up to her father, although she loves him. Directed by Andrea Ainsworth. Starring Caroline Lynch, Ruth Negga, Andrew Bennett Matthew Dunphy and Emma Colohan. Showing in the Peacock until Feb 22.

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James X

Written, directed and performed by Gerald Mannix Flynn, this play tells the story of James X - the plaintiff. He is about to confront the defendants – the Church and State - but the case is delayed. While he waits he reads the confidential file compiled on him by the state over the past 45 years. James, traumatised by what he reads, attempts to reclaim the truth of his childhood and decide whether to walk away or trust the justice system that has betrayed him through the years. James X is both harrowing and compelling, infused with humour and grace which cannot fail to move. Presented by Made in Ireland. Please note this play is not suitable for children under 12.

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The Visit

The Visit is a collaboration performance of song, poetry and storytelling with singer songwriter Sean Tyrell, poet Mary O'Malley and actor/writer Little John Nee. Having worked with each other in the past, the trio of well-respected artists share beliefs and concerns on current issues and work well together. It shows too. The Visit is an innovative theatrical performance and the combination of poetry, music and narrative is infused with energy and passion. The subject matter focuses on emigration, immigration, refugees and travellers – basically the movement and displacement of people. Thought provoking and often hilarious The Visit hits many nails on the head. On tour throughout the country.


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Mewzel

i've been waiting for an antigone production for ages! its a brilliant play, i recommend that anyone who doesnt at least attempt to see it reads it. NOW!