‘Pleasure Ground’ plays in Siamsa Tíre this Friday.
AFTER sell out runs in Galway, Boyle and Dublin in 2015, Fregoli Theatre Co. present the Michael Diskin Arts Bursary Winner 2015 ‘Pleasure Ground’ by Jarlath Tivnan in Siamsa Tire this Friday, April 15 at 8pm.
‘Pleasure Ground’ is based the decline of the rural Irish town exploring notions of home, belonging, community and change. Tivnan’s writing is witty and sharp, and captures the beauty of rural and small town life whilst exploring feelings of sadness and isolation.
A group of friends who’ve gone their separate ways meet back at their teenage haunt, the town, park and playground, known as the Pleasure Ground. The town is dying, the Pleasure Ground’s glory has faded, and life hasn’t quite matched up to youthful expectations. Over their night together, buried secrets become unearthed, past grievances boil over, and scores are settled.
Fregoli are a young Galway based company formed in 2007 this is their 20th production. Due to themes and strong language suitable for 15 years plus. For ticket details contact Siamsa Tíre on 066-7123055 or click here.
“A deadly sharp incision into the heart of contemporary rural and small town Ireland” – James Harold, Galway Arts Officer
‘A wonderful, strong play that will …stay with you after the lights go down…pure magic’. – The Red Curtain Review
