The Beauty Queen of Leenane, the timeless dark comedy from playwright Martin McDonagh will take to Lyric theatre stage later this month.
Performing on the main stage from May 26 – July 1, The Beauty Queen of Leenane is one of McDonagh, who directed the Oscar-nominated film The Banshees of Inisherin, finest achievements.
Winner of four Tony Awards on Broadway and nominated for an Olivier Award, the play conjures up the unbearable tension and loneliness of an isolated existence.
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In an isolated cottage in Connemara, Maureen Folan (Nicky Harley) leads a lonely life with Mag (Ger Ryan), her demanding, manipulative mother. With the arrival of an unexpected admirer (Caolan Byrne) and his brother (Marty Breen), Maureen finally sees the possibility of escaping her dismal life.
However, Mag has other ideas, and the two women are plunged into a desperate conflict which leads to a shocking conclusion.
Jimmy Fay, Executive Producer Lyric Theatre, said: "What a pleasure to welcome the brutally brilliant The Beauty Queen of Leenane by the exceptional Martin McDonagh to the Lyric Theatre.
"Our co-production with Prime Cut Productions is directed by the fantastic Emma Jordan and features an incredibly talented cast and creative team.
"Audiences will be taken on a journey of biting comedy to gut-wrenching tragedy – not for the faint hearted but nonetheless a classic, timeless tale.”
Damian Smyth, Head of Literature and Drama at the Arts Council of Northern Ireland added: "The Arts Council of Northern Ireland is proud to support the Lyric Theatre and Prime Cut Productions as they present this powerful play by Martin McDonagh.
"With such an impressive cast and creative team, The Beauty Queen of Leenane promises to be a must-see show this summer and I would encourage everyone to go along and enjoy!”
Tickets for The Beauty Queen of Leenaneare available to book now on www.lyrictheatre.co.uk
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