Details

In the wake of the Saville Report of the Bloody Sunday Inquiry, comes a play which considers the human dimension of the Northern Ireland question, and uncovers the personal costs of political struggle. Written by John Dunne, and directed by Mary Tynan, Belfast Girl is set in the aftermath of the Good Friday agreement. Annie is the Belfast Girl of the title: a working class protestant who grew up during the troubles. Her marriage to Orangeman Billy is on the rocks, and an unexpected visit from English Catholic Dave, her childhood sweetheart who she hasn't seen since her teens, brings matters to a head in an explosive manner. Annie's brother Macca also has his own journey to make, as he has to choose between his best friend and his unionist allegiances on the one hand, and his familial loyalty to his sister on the other. Belfast Girl is the third incarnation of John Dunne's play. The previous versions Belfast and A Belfast Boy have both received critical acclaim from the press, and Belfast was a Time Out Critic's Choice.

Creatives/Company

Author: John Dunne
Company: London Irish Theatre
Director: Mary Tynan