From Sugar in Soho to Shakespeare in the West, Rough Magic reveals its plans for Spring 2006. Building on its exceptional success in 2005, Rough Magic’s latest programme will include a bold new production of a world classic and the London transfer of its 2005 hit.
The company’s first major production in 2006 will take a fresh look at Shakespeare’s most sparkling and controversial comedy. Re-imagining this infamous tale in wheeler-dealer rural Ireland, Rough Magic’s Shrew will be a contemporary take on a play that hinges on fraudulence, farce and bad behaviour. With an A-list ensemble including Pauline McLynn and Owen Roe as the sparring protagonists, The Taming of the Shrew will feature live tango, loose morals and gombeen chic.
Directed by Lynne Parker
Set and costume design: Monica Frawley
Lighting design: Rupert Murray
Original music: Cathal Synnott
Full cast details to follow
7.30pm nightly. Saturday matinees 2.30pm.
Tickets €22 (€16). Mondays, previews and matinees €17 (€12). Booking: 01 8819613/4 or on www.project.ie
Soho Theatre: January 19 – February 11 (Previews: January 17 & 18)
Following its hugely successfully run at Project in March/April 2005, Rough Magic’s production of Elizabeth Kuti’s new play transfers to the Soho Theatre, London for four weeks in January/February 2006. This run has been made possible with the direct support of Culture Ireland.
Directed by Lynne Parker
Set and Lighting Designer: Paul Keogan
Costume Designer: Joan O’Clery
Music composed by: Ellen Cranitch
Cast: Barry Barnes, Cathy Belton, Sarah-Jane Drummey, Robert Price and Susan Salmon
Harpist: Jean Kelly
7.30pm nightly. Saturday Matinees at 3pm. Tickets: 17-21 Jan: £10. 23 Jan-4 Feb: £15 (£12.50). 6-11 Feb: £20 (£15). Matinees: £7.50. Booking: 0870 429 6883 or on www.sohotheatre.com
Posted on: 23/11/2005