Details

An Irish ghetto, Southside Chicago, 1920, this play tells the story of an immigrant Irish family comprehending life as it is and the need for change within. As Grandpa Jimmy (a meatpacker) reminisces about 'poor old Ireland' and the prejudice suffered on their arrival, Michael Kelly (a builder) and wife Ellen (an active suffragette) aspire that their only son, Joe works hard in order that 'one day he'll be Mayor of Chicago'. Father O'Brien encourages them all to maintain the Christian ethic despite all the rebellion. When Joe's passion for Jazz and loose women leads to a killing, the committee of the local boys sporting club have a procedure that can right any wrongs and beliefs.

Creatives/Company

Author: Seamus Finnegan
Producer: Ken Shape Productions

Murder in Bridgport

Murder in Bridgport (Play) production archive for QTIX code T1403215444. Details of all Murder in Bridgport archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S737191551

Archive Listings

23 Apr 02
to
11 May 02

Old Red Lion
Inner London, Greater London
Performance Details => Venue archive

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