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Tense and witty, The Harbinger is existential thriller that asks about the meaning of life and the meaning of existence. When four strangers find themselves in an isolated house, summoned there by a mysterious benefactor, the stage is set for a battle of wits and words as they seek to discover the secret behind their situation. As events unfold, they find that nothing – not even themselves – is as it appears to be. Vividly written and intriguing, The Harbinger is a unique theatrical experience by a dynamic new voice.
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If our last Soul Session was anything to go by, We're Back By Soul Demand!!! The Summer Shuffle begins with a second gathering at a venue made for bOUNCIN SOUL, Sat June 7th, doors 9.30pm, £6/£7. As for our guest Soul spinners, check press, texts and inboxes, but if you can't wait that long, join us at www.myspace.com/bouncetoo for announcement of Special Guest Soul Spinners!!! Well worth the Web surf!!! Room 1 The Chandelier Rooms, with its original 120 year-old FULL BAR and balcony, supply the perfect backdrop for the snappy snare drums, driving basslines, shimmering tambourines and screaming vocals of Vicki Anderson to The Supremes, Frankie Valli to Wilson Pickett.
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“A Celtic complement to Steve Reich’s quartets or Miles Davis’ ‘Sketches of Spain.”NewYork Times Martin Hayes and American guitarist Dennis Cahill possess a rare musical kinship, ranking them among the most memorable partnerships of our era. Together they have garnered international renown for taking traditional music to the very edge of the genre, holding listeners spellbound with their fiery performances. The duo opens the doors of traditional Irish music and releases its pure, distilled beauty while incorporating sensibilities from the worlds of classical, blues and jazz. Tickets: £12
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TOO MANY CANDLES NO GOODBYES Two short plays that deal with the sensitive subject of suicide and the pain and suffering that can be left in the wake of the death of a loved one. Developed by Felicity McCall, 'No Goodbyes' is told through a series of interlinked monologues which are drawn from conversations with, and writing by people who have been bereaved by suicide.Their words touch on despair, grief, pain, guilt and anger, but ultimately their message is one of survival and hope. ‘Too Many Candles’, is Kevin Doherty’s insightful meditation into the troubled life of a young man. Performance Times:
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Do you have scripts or parts of scripts you would like to try out with other writers? Part of a stage The THEATRE LAB 12 will be a place where you can try out your ideas in a safe and creative environment. It is a place to receive constructive feedback. This will be an active on the floor event. It will be convened by Patricia Byrne artistic director of Sole Purpose Productions and writer and film maker Ann Crilly (University of Ulster). The idea is that you get extracts from the piece you are working on to Sole Purpose Productions who will photocopy them for distribution on the day. You must send a maximum of three typed pages to us in advance of the day to include a five line synopsis of the work and the extract(s) you want to use in the Lab. Your work will then be stood up under your direction by actors who are associates of Sole If you are interested in participating in the THEATRE LAB contact Sole Purpose Productions on 028 7127 9918 or email solepurpose@mac.com Website www.solepurpose.org Book early as places are limited. There is no cost to participants in the Theatre Lab.
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Justin Black returns to The Playhouse with his fabulous Johnny Cash Tribute. Covering every aspect of the Man In Black's career - from the early Sun recordings of Folsom Prison Blues, Get Rhythm and Walk The Line, to the American Recordings classics of his later career such as Sam Hall, The Man Comes Around and Hurt - Justin Black brilliantly recreates the music, mannerisms and, above all, sheer live power of Johnny Cash. An evening that no Cash fan can afford to miss, Justin Black brings an uncanny realism to his performances that elevate them above mere tribute. A Cash fan for the past decade, Justin brings an in-depth knowledge and an uncanny resemblance to the great man in both his voice and guitar playing. Tickets: £10 / £7
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“We're so glad to see so many of you lovely people here tonight, we do sincerely hope you'll all enjoy the show, and please remember, that no matter who you are, and what you do to live, thrive and survive, there are still some things that make us all the same. You, me, them, everybody, Everybody”. Paying tribute to the music and humour of the Jake and Elwood Blues, the Counterfeit Blues Brothers bring you all the music from the classic film delivered with wit, style, energy and, of course, in sunglasses. With songs that include 'Everybody Needs Somebody', 'Shake Your Tail Feather', 'Sweet Home Chicago', 'Soul Man' as well as a fine selection of classic blues and soul, this 8 piece band brings the magic of the Blues Brothers right to your doorstep. "It's 106 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark and we're wearing sunglasses." Tickets: £10
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A comedy about life in an Irish country presbytery, Moll is a beautifully observed and hilarious tale from the pen of John B. Keane. When the presbytery of Ballast finds itself in need of a new housekeeper, Canon Pratt and his curates – Fr Brest and Fr Loren – find one in the person of Maureen ‘Moll’ Kettle, little realising what they have let themselves in for. Soon, not only the household but the parish as well has changed beyond all recognition as Moll sets about unning things in her own particular way, much to the disapproval of Fathers Brest and Loren who increasingly find themselves manipulated by the domineering Moll. A classic comedy from one of Ireland’s best loved playwrights. Tickets: £10/£7
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Sat 7th June 2008
Friday 20 June at 8pm
Saturday 21 June at 8pm | Main Stage
Tuesday 24 – Thursday 26 June at 8pm