NOW I’M TALKING
Autumn 2007 season
A collection of plays from the best of contemporary writing from the world outside Wales.
It is important if theatre produced in Wales is to gain an international reputation, that in addition to the work produced here it acknowledges and embraces the quality of work that is being produced throughout the rest of the world. I feel it is a great pleasure and privilege to have this opportunity to bring these plays to the attention of audiences in Wales. (For further information ring 029 2030 5078)
USA
THE MERCY SEAT by Neil LaBute
In a time of national tragedy, the world changes overnight. On September 12th 2001, Ben Harcourt finds himself in the downtown apartment of his lover, Abby Prescott – who also happens to be his boss. His endlessly ringing cell phone haunts their conversation as Ben and Abby explore the choices now available to them in an existence different from the one they knew just the day before.
“ LaBute is an original voice and the best new playwright to emerge in the past decade.”
The New Yorker
Directed by Gareth Potter
Chapter, (Media Point) Cardiff Tues 4th September 8PM Tickets £3 – on the door
Ticket includes FREE PINT OF VoG Beer)
Dylan Thomas Centre, Swansea Thurs. 6th September 7.30 PM Tickets £3
Australia
CARGO BY D J Britton
Directed by the author
In 1968, an Australian hero of the folk-rock movement finds himself caught up in the Prague Spring. A generation later, events in Wenceslas Square catch up with him in a maelstrom of memory and myth. A funny and moving examination of language, politics and the clash of cultural perceptions, this critically-acclaimed dramatic work won Britton the Swan Gold Playwright of the Year award. The first time the play has been seen in Britain.
“Cargo is a beautifully assembled work using imagery, myth, literature, folklore, music and reality to create layer on layer of meaning. It is passionate, has a distinct sense of place and strikes right to the heart.” The Bulletin, Australia.
Chapter, (Media Point) Cardiff Wed.10th October 8PM Tickets £3 – on the door
Dylan Thomas Centre, Swansea Thurs 11th. October 7.30PM Tickets £3
Parc and Dare Theatre, Treorchy Fri. 12th 7.30PM Tickets £3
Republic of Ireland
HOWIE THE ROOKIE by Mark O’Rowe
The Rookie has problems of his own, massively in debt to a terrifying gangland figure for killing his prized Siamese fighting fish, he steels himself for a hideous revenge, until he is championed from an unlikely quarter by his onetime enemy.
“One of Irelands most promising young playwrights, a writing force to contend with...outstanding.” Irish Independent
Directed by Michael Kelligan
Chapter, (Media Point) Cardiff Wed. 14th November 8PM Tickets £3 – on the door Dylan Thomas Centre, Swansea Thurs. 15th November 7.30PM Tickets £3
Scotland
SHIMMER BY Linda McLean
Petal, Missy and Hen are on their way to Iona, searching for a miracle, when their train is halted by floods at Tarbet. At a B&B they find Jim, Guy and Sonny. The strange weather and circumstances allow them a glimpse of others they have loved and lost – and offer them all the tantalising opportunity to dream it better.
“You find yourself leaning forward, anxious to plunge into McLean’s rippling pool of revelations.”
The Independent
Directed by Sarah Argent
Chapter, (Media Point) Cardiff Wed. 12th December 8pm Tickets £3 – on the door
Dylan Thomas, Swansea Thurs. 13th December 7.30PM Tickets £3
Enquires:
Chapter Tel. 02920311050 Dylan Thomas Centre Tel: 01792 463980
E-mail: dylanthomas.centre@swansea.gov.uk
www.dylanthomas.com
Parc and Dare Theatre Tel. 01443 775654
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