Archives - The Pillowman
by Martin McDonaghDirected by Danny SwansonFriday 19th – Saturday 27th November 2010 in the AuditoriumA viciously funny, seriously disturbing tale about a writer in a totalitarian state who is interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories and their similarities to a number of child-murders that are happening in his town. TicketsTickets are on sale now for just £10.
Free-of-charge pre- and post-show talks:
It was a simply marvellous production. The actors were brilliant - I don't know how they remembered their parts so well. Congratulate them for me. WendyWe saw it on Tuesday. Play - disturbing content but powerful, moving acting and sensitive direction - congratulations to the Barn for having the courage to present it. J. & G. Crossle...just such a classy and complete production - the Barn at its best! ...absolutely b****y amazing. I. CullenThe production is fine it is the content that is SICK, SICK, SICK. I'd already given up on his Irish plays, I shall now avoid all his plays totally... M. CowieMany congratulations on a stunning play - a masterclass of acting and directing! Worth the 250 mile! J. Lloyd-HarperEnjoyed an evening of startling drama at the Barn - The Pillowman is thought-provoking and totally absorbing - brilliantly acted and directed by all concerned - well done guys! S. JollyBrilliant play, great direction, super acting and fantastic lego films- can't ask for more from a play really! Go see Pillowman, Go see Pillowman, Go see Pillowman! R. WallacePillowman is the most powerful production I have seen at the Barn - terrific ensemble acting, the use of video inspired. Proper theatre; top notch acting and direction. Just to say I think it's one of the best things the Barn has ever done. Congratulations. That scene just after the interval...wow. Totally moving. S. ThompsonLast night's performance of The Pillowman constituted one of the most memorable evenings I've spent at a theatre ANYWHERE! Well done to you all - it was one of those times when theatre was truly inspiring. Enjoy the plaudits that are bound to come. Y. Reeves | 
Part of the Barn’s 2010/2011 season Presented by The Barn Theatre Club |
Event details from The Barn Theatre Archive | |
Cast
| Tupolski | - | Luke Lilly |
| Katurian | - | Andy Nash |
| Ariel | - | Emily Fairman |
| Michal | - | Sandy Underwood |
Creative team
| Director | - | Danny Swanson |
| Stage Manager | - | Trevor Watkins |
| Assistant Stage Manager | - | Kay Russell |
| Production Secretary | - | Wendy Bage |
| Set Design | - | Eric Farlie |
| Set Construction | - | Eric Farlie |
| Richard Deacon | ||
| Norman Merry | ||
| Pat Finch | ||
| Lighting Design | - | Alex Campbell |
| Phil Christy | ||
| Sound Design | - | Matt Cooper |
| Special Effects | - | James Rowles |
| Costumes | - | Sheila Grimmant |
| Original Lego Films | - | Oliver Madgwick |
| Film Sound and Editing | - | Rob Wallace |
Special thanks to Chris Janes, Steve Wilson and Ruby Wilson
Performances
Friday 19th – Saturday 27th November 2010
| Friday 19th November | 8.00pm | |
| Saturday 20th November | 8.00pm | |
| Sunday 21st November | 2.30pm | Matinée |
| Tuesday 23rd November | 8.00pm | Show Talk at 7.30pm: Dr. Cindy Lawford asks whether McDonagh is vain enough to think stories can kill. |
| Wednesday 24th November | 8.00pm | Show Talk at 7.30pm: Director Danny Swanson connects the torture of children with painting pigs gr |
| Thursday 25th November | 8.00pm | Show Talk after the performance: Cast members stay on stage to answer audience questions. |
| Friday 26th November | 8.00pm | |
| Saturday 27th November | 8.00pm |
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