“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.
The Events played at Cumbernauld Theatre at Lanternhouse from September 28th – October 5th 2024. This acclaimed play was brought to life, inviting audiences to reflect on the complexities of forgiveness, resilience, and the power of community in times of tragedy.
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Post-show discussion
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School and youth groups attended
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young people attended
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“Demands to be seen”
The Stage
THE EVENTS poster
The poster design for The Events by Orlando B Lloyd. Photo by Ruari Barber-Fleming.
MEET THE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Meet the North Lanarkshire choir who were specially created for this new staging of The Events.
Filmed and edited by Sartorial Pictures
Browse our interviews and behind the scenes content during rehearsals for The Events. Filmed and edited by Sartorial Pictures.
★★★★ “Demands to be seen” – The Stage
★★★★ “Heartfelt and haunting” – The Scotsman
★★★★ “Wonderful performances” – The Herald
★★★★ “It will stay with me for a long time” – Lisa in the Theatre
★★★★ “A nerve-jangling production” – Across the Arts
★★★★ “Crafted with insight and boldness” – Corr Blimey
★★★★ “Reminds me just why that collaborative nature of the story and the source is better told with community within it more than on its side.” – FringeReview
Cast:
Claire Lamont – Claire
Sam Stopford – The Boy
Creative Team:
David Greig – Writer
Jack Nurse – Director
John Browne – Composer
Clare Haworth – Community Choir Director
Becky Minto – Set & Costume Designer
Lizzie Powell – Lighting Designer
Gary Cameron – Sound Designer
Katie Slater – Assistant Director
Robbie Gordon – Movement Director
Sophie Ferguson – Costume Supervisor
James Edward Greechan – Accompanist
Mick Duke – Executive Producer
Casimira Hayward-Peel – Production Manager
Claire Semple-Gallacher – Stage Manager
Gillian Richards – Deputy Stage Manager
Matt Nevans -Technical Manager
Lindsay McConnell – Lighting Technician
Gil Thompson – Sound Technician
Marketing – Serden Salih Press – Jane Hamilton
Community Choir:
Elaine Beaton
Alan Brown
Isobell Brown
Stephen Brackenridge
Valerie Brackenridge
Kirsten Craig
Pauline Crawford
Leilah Davidson
Lisa Forsyth
James Greechan
Jack Gouther
Gabriella Monica Hughes
Mari Ito
Esther James Kolo
Michael Nelson
Maureen Nelson
David Umoren Ubong
Community Consultant – Janiece Ndoye
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.
