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Smile focuses on the legendary and controversial figure of Jim McLean, Dundee United's boss who took the team to new heights. He did something that no-one thought possible: turned a provincial football club into a genuine European force, though not without cost. Examining the life of this highly divisive icon, Smile shines light on the complexities and contradictions, the highs and lows and the triumphs and regrets of Dundee United's boss, ultimately revealing a Jim McLean not many knew: the one that makes you smile.

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Author: Philip Differ

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Archive listings for Smile (2021)

Work type: Streamed/Broadcast.

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Originally presented in February and March 2020 as part of Dundee Rep's 80th anniversary season which was cut short due to the global pandemic, this version of Smile is restaged and shot specifically for film and presented on Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre's new digital platform, Rep Studios.Producer Rep Studios. Presented byDundee Rep Ensemble. Director Sally Reid. Design Kenny Miller. Lighting Lizzie Powell. Sound Fiona Johnston. DramaturgFinn Den Hertog. Performer Barrie Hunter (Jim McLean). Performer Chris Alexander (Jimmy).

16 Apr 21 to 16 May 21

Dundee Repertory Theatre, Dundee :: V596
listing details L944825610

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CORONAVIRUS: All venues in the UK were shut down on March 16, 2020, and the restrictions were finally lifted on July 19, 2021. It is important to mention that the UK Theatre Web archive listings (iUKTDb) from March 2020 to July 2021 might not be accurate due to the lack of information regarding rescheduled and cancelled shows.