Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán
McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.
Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s
killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts,
that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene…
Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Caitríona McLaughlin directs this darkly funny tale full to
the brim with secrets.
‘A sumptuous production, rich in detail, craft and spectacle’ – Guardian
‘Two of Ireland’s best-loved comic actors go head-to-head’ – Independent
‘Ahead of its time’ – Guardian
Starring:
Nicola Coughlan, Éenna Hardwicke, Siobhán McSweeney
Directed By:
Caitríona McLaughlin
Running time:
150 mins