This hilarious new production reminds us that life is for living and age is just a number.
The show is being staged by one of Northern Ireland’s leading theatre companies, c21.
Youth and experience collide in a scintillating, hilarious clash of culture in this black comedy. As Olivia and Thomas find themselves in Malinderry Care Home for very different reasons; one tries everything to escape while the other never wants to leave.
I Shall Wear Purple is the fifth collaboration between writer, Rosemary Jenkinson and c21 Theatre Company. The show is directed by co-founder of c21, Stephen Kelly, produced by Tom Rowntree-Finlay and stars the renowned Stella McCusker as the headstrong and compassionate Olivia, alongside Patrick McBrearty as footloose dreamer Thomas.
Following the opening night at the Baby Grand, director and co-founder of c21, Stephen Kelly, said seeing the audience’s reaction made the hard work over the last few weeks and months all worthwhile.
“It was great to see the audience resonate with the struggles of Olivia and Thomas and take away a powerful message that age really is just a number and life is for living,” he said.
“Given her links with local theatre in Northern Ireland, we are thrilled to have Stella McCusker as part of our production. For those who remember her appearance in ‘Lovejoy’ and more recently ‘Game of Thrones’ this really is quite a coup. Likewise, Patrick McBrearty will add much value and distinction to the production with his charm and presence on stage. We are only too delighted to have them both star in I Shall Wear Purple,” he added.
This production is proudly sponsored by Doyle Shipping Group, Belfast City Council and Arts Council of Northern Ireland through National Lottery Funding. It includes the following performances:
26th February – 2nd March
Grand Opera House, Belfast
028 9024 1919
Tuesday 5th March
Sean Hollywood Arts Centre, Newry
028 3031 3180
Friday 8th March
The Alley Theatre, Strabane
028 7138 4444
Saturday 9th March
Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick
028 4461 0747
Sunday 10th March
Cushendall Golf Club, Cushendall
Pay at Door
Wednesday 13th March
The Marketplace Theatre, Armagh
028 3752 1821
Friday 15th March
The Old Courthouse, Antrim
02894 428 331
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