The National Theatre of Scotland presents 'Elizabeth Gordon Quinn' by Chris Hannan at Dundee Rep, The Citizens, Perth Theatre, The Royal Lyceum, His Majesty’s Theatre from 25th April – 10th June 2006.
‘Chris Hannan’s monstrous and magnificent heroine……. One of the best women’s roles ever to emerge from Scottish Theatre.’ Joyce Macmillan in The Guardian (1985)
Set against the background of the Rent Strikes, which saw mass demonstrations on the streets of Glasgow, Elizabeth Gordon Quinn is a contemporary classic, featuring one of the best women’s roles ever to emerge from Scottish theatre. The year is 1915, the world is at war and Elizabeth Gordon Quinn’s son is wanted by the police for desertion from his regiment. However whilst others worry about food, a roof above their heads and troubled times, Elizabeth Gordon Quinn has but one concern, her piano. She can’t play a note but she believes it sets her apart from her impoverished neighbours. Holding court amidst her dysfunctional family and its filth, Elizabeth Gordon Quinn is an unforgettable tragicomic heroine with an extraordinary power to repel and attract.
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“I’m not the working class, I’m Elizabeth Gordon Quinn”
Elizabeth Gordon Quinn is directed by John Tiffany, (Jerusalem, Mercury Fur, Gagarin Way), Associate Director for New Work at the National Theatre of Scotland.
Cara Kelly will play the title role. Her work includes three recently acclaimed roles at The Citizens in Romeo and Juliet, Molly Sweeney and Blood Wedding. Other theatre includes Loyal Women (The Royal Court) and plays at the Donmar and The Almeida. Television includes Monarch of The Glen, Rivercity, State of Play, Taggart and Ultimate Force.
‘Chris Hannan has created one of the most intriguing characters of the modern stage.’
Mark Fisher in The List (1985)
Chris Hannan is one of Scotland’s most inspiring and influential writers. His work has been staged by the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Traverse Theatre, the Tron Theatre, the Old Vic and the Bush and includes the plays Shining Souls, The Evil Doers and The Baby. He has written extensively for television and his first novel will be published in 2007.
Directed by John Tiffany
Designed by Neil Warmington
Lighting Designed by Chahine Yavroyan
Composer/Sound Designed by David Paul Jones
With Pauline Goldsmith, Lesley Hart, Cara Kelly, John Kielty, Robin Laing, Billy McColl, Myra McFadden, John Ramage and Antony Strachan.
Elizabeth Gordon Quinn was originally produced at The Traverse in 1985.
There is an interview with Chris Hannan on NTS website:
http://www.nationaltheatrescotland.com/content/default.asp?page=s3_1_1&id=1801
For further information please contact Emma Schad on 07930 308018 or email: press@nationaltheatrescotland.com
LISTINGS INFORMATION
DUNDEE REP THEATRE
Dates: 25th – 29th April
Press Performance: 27th April at 7.45pm
Days and Times: Tues- Saturday at 7.45pm, Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm
Ticket Prices: Previews - £8, thereafter - £14 (Concs £5 - £8), Sat matinee - £8/£5
Box office: 01382 223530
Online booking: www.dundeerep.co.uk
CITIZENS THEATRE (MAIN THEATRE), GLASGOW
Dates: 2th - 6th May
Days and Times: Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm, Saturday matinee at 2.30pm
Ticket Prices: Tuesday– Thursday - £12/ £6 (£3 Gorbals Citizens’ Cardholders)
Friday and Saturday - £14/£7. Saturday matinee all tickets £5
Box office: 0141 429 0022
Online booking: www.citz.co.uk
PERTH THEATRE
Dates: 10th - 13th May
Days and Times: Wednesday – Saturday at 7.45pm, Sat matinee at 2.30pm
Ticket Prices: £15: £12 concessions (children £5.50)
Box office: 0845 612 6320
Online booking: www.horsecross.co.uk
ROYAL LYCEUM THEATRE, EDINBURGH
Dates: 31st May - 3rd June
Days and Times: Wednesday – Saturday at 7.45pm and Saturday matinee at 2.30pm
Ticket Prices: Evenings: £18/£15, Matinee: £12
Discounts: students, disabled, unemployed, under 18s - £7.50 matinee - £6
Box office: 0131 248 4848
Online booking: www.lyceum.org.uk
HIS MAJESTY S THEATRE, ABERDEEN
Dates and Times: 6th - 10th June at 7.30pm
Ticket Prices: Tuesday - Thursday - £13.50 -£16.50 (Concessions £3 off)
Friday- Saturday - £14.50 - £17.50 (Concessions £3 off) Box office: 01224 641122
Online booking: www.hmtheatre.com
