Donegal Drama Circle to stage thought provoking play Blackbird in the Balor

Donegal Drama Circle brings the thought-provoking play Blackbird by David Harrower to the Balor Arts Centre on Thursday, May 16 at 8pm.

The Donegal Drama Circle has a long tradition in bringing high quality drama to the Donegal Town area and has competed many times in the All-Ireland drama competition. This is their first time on tour for a while although Christian Carbin (director) has brought many shows on the road over the last 20 years.

Blackbird is a story /conversation between Una (played by Laura McNulty) and Ray (played by Christian Carbin) with Faye Gallagher playing the young girl part.

Una has tracked Ray down to his current place of work 15 years after they had a relationship that was taboo. It is a hard-hitting drama full of tension and won the Tony award for best new play in 2007.  

This is a topical play covering a subject that has been to the fore in the media over the past 20 years.  If you only see one play this year you should see this one.  

Laura McNulty is a graduate of NUIG in theatre studies and recently thrilled audiences in Donegal Town with her performance as Maureen Folan in The Beauty Queen of Leenane.  

Christian Carbin has been performing and directing for the past 30 years across the north west of Ireland in an array of productions.  

Faye Gallagher is a vibrant young actress who you will see a lot more of in the future.

Please note that this play is not suitable for under 16s and sexual abuse of a minor is discussed.