“If I’m going to make a mark on the world I have to do it now.
The only means I have are art or violence.
And I was never any good at drawing.”
When Claire, a priest, survives a mass shooting she sets out on a quest to answer the most difficult question of all: ‘Why?’. The Events is a journey that takes her to the edge of reason, science, politics and faith. Brought to you by Cumbernauld Theatre in association with Wonder Fools, and led by Director Jack Nurse, this is a thrilling, theatrical and visceral new staging of David Greig’s modern classic. It features an exciting collaboration between the professional cast and a Community Choir that has been specially created for this production.
Join us at Lanternhouse this September to see this acclaimed play brought to life, inviting audiences to reflect on the complexities of forgiveness, resilience, and the power of community in times of tragedy.
Show details:
Dates: Saturday 28th September – Saturday 5th October 2024
Times: 14:30pm & 19:00pm
Age: 14+
Venue: Cumbernauld Theatre at Lanternhouse, South Kildrum Ring Road, Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire G67 2UF
“Black Watch reimagined for a small town function room” — ★★★★ The Herald on 549: Scots of the Spanish Civil War
“Powerful” — ★★★★★ Reviews Hub on Lampedusa
“Lively mixture of lecture, storytelling and interviews”— ★★★★ The Guardian on The Coolidge Effect
“A formidable piece of popular small-scale touring theatre in the 7:84 tradition, educating working class audiences across Scotland about their own history, while providing a superb night out.” ★★★★ Joyce McMillan, The Scotsman on 549: Scots of the Spanish Civil War
Written by David Greig
Music by John Browne
Directed by Jack Nurse
Community Choir led by Clare Haworth
Designed by Becky Minto
Lighting Designed by Lizzie Powell
Sound Design and Original Composition by Gary Cameron
Production Managed by Casimira Hayward-Peel
Deputy Stage Managed by Emma Yeomans
A Cumbernauld Theatre production in association with Wonder Fools. Supported by North Lanarkshire Council and a Federation of Scottish Theatre Producer Placement Bursary with funding from Creative Scotland.
