Experience a powerful theatrical journey with Peter Gowen's latest play, a contemporary exploration of an older Irish man's inner struggles, shaped by his upbringing in the 1950s and 60s. Following his acclaimed role as Father Jack in Dancing at Lughnasa at The Gate Theatre, Gowen presents a piece that skilfully blends tragedy with a sharp streak of humour. The narrative follows Declan's complex journey through childhood, burgeoning sexuality, and his aspirations to take Holy Orders. This production marks Gowen's third play and is supported by Cork and Waterford Councils, offering a poignant reflection on identity and the complexities of the human experience. Join us on Thurday 9th January for a post show discussion following the 7pm show. Age Suitability: 18+ Warnings: Themes of sexual assault TICKETS �21 | �19 RUNNING TIME 80 mins About the Company First Fortnight is a charity that challenges mental health stigma through arts and cultural action. First Fortnight hosts an annual mental health, arts and culture festival throughout January, throughout Ireland. The festival celebrates the arts as a powerful catalyst for sparking unscripted conversations around mental ill health and serves to challenge the stigma associated with mental ill-health. The festival aspires to make the beginning of each year synonymous with mental health awareness, actively challenging societal prejudices, and eradicating the pervasive stigma surrounding mental health. Fight2Flight Theatre was created by Peter Gowen in 2021 with the ambition to present new work by Irish Writers. The company were Artists-In-Residence at Smock Alley, Dublin for a year from August 2021. During this time, they presented a co-production with Asylum productions of The Chronicles Of Oggle, revived for the First Fortnight Festival 2022, and the world premiere of Country and Irish by Patrick McCabe.

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