The Loved Ones
Presented by Rough Magic and The Gate Theatre
Written by Limerick Playwright Erica Murray
Directed by Ronan Phelan
Starring: Jane Brennan as Nell, Fanta Barrie as Gabby, Helen Norton as Cheryl-Ann and Grainne-Keenan as Orla.
In a remote renovated farmhouse, Nell prepares to scatter her son’s ashes with her grieving daughter-in-law, Orla, while Cheryl-Ann, a visitor from America, settles in for an idyllic break in the wilds of West Clare.
However, their weekend plans will be turned upside down when an unexpected guest arrives looking for shelter, solace and understanding.
Presented by Rough Magic and The Gate Theatre
Written by Limerick Playwright Erica Murray
Directed by Ronan Phelan
Starring: Jane Brennan as Nell, Fanta Barrie as Gabby, Helen Norton as Cheryl-Ann and Grainne-Keenan as Orla.
In a remote renovated farmhouse, Nell prepares to scatter her son’s ashes with her grieving daughter-in-law, Orla, while Cheryl-Ann, a visitor from America, settles in for an idyllic break in the wilds of West Clare.
However, their weekend plans will be turned upside down when an unexpected guest arrives looking for shelter, solace and understanding.
In this beautiful world premiere from Erica Murray, a situation as unlikely as it is inevitable will send these four lives reeling, leaving them questioning the true nature of love, loss and birds.
Set and Costume Design by Sarah Bacon
Lighting Design by Zia Bergin-Holly
Sound Design by Tom Lane
The three performances of The Loved Ones in Lime Tree Theatre are previews ahead of its official opening at the Dublin Theatre Festival.
Crew
T&Cs
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- No exchanges or refunds.
- Wheelchair spaces can only be booked over the phone. Please call box office on (061) 953400 if you wish to book a wheelchair space.
- No late comers admitted to the theatre once show commences.
- Limited parking available for patrons, please arrive early. Disability and bus parking on campus.