THE EVENTS
DIRECTOR
“The unnerving relevance of David Greig’s The Events... finds renewed relevance (though did it ever truly ebb) at Cumbernauld Theatre under Jack Nurse’s methodical and exceptional direction, lifting the Wonder Fools production into an explosion of colour and voice in this luridly surreal, though very much grounded, production which lingers in the darkness long enough to come to perhaps understand the beasts which lurk there.”
“If I’m going to make a mark on the world I have to do it now.
The only means I have are art or violence.
And I was never any good at drawing.”
When Claire, a priest, survives a mass shooting she sets out on a quest to answer the most difficult question of all: ‘Why?’. The Events is a journey that takes her to the edge of reason, science, politics and faith. Brought to you by Cumbernauld Theatre in association with Wonder Fools, and led by Director Jack Nurse, this is a thrilling, theatrical and visceral new staging of David Greig’s modern classic. It features an exciting collaboration between the professional cast and a Community Choir that has been specially created for this production.
The Events played at Cumbernauld Theatre at Lanternhouse from September 28th – October 5th 2024. This acclaimed play was brought to life, inviting audiences to reflect on the complexities of forgiveness, resilience, and the power of community in times of tragedy.
Writer David Greig
Designer Becky Minto
Lighting Design Lizzie Powell
Sound Design Gary Cameron
Choir Leader Claire Haworth
Cast Claire Lamont and Sam Stopford
Original Composer John Brown
Costume Supervisor Sophie Ferguson
Movement Director Robbie Gordon
Assistant Director Katie Slater
Accompanist James Edward Greechan
Executive Producer Mick Duke
Production Manager Casimira Hayward-Peel
Stage Manager Clare Semple-Gallacher
Deputy Stage Manager Gillian Richards
Technical Manager Matt Nevans
Lighting Technician Lindsay McConnell
Sound Technician Gil Thompson
★★★★ “Demands to be seen…Nurse directs a difficult play beautifully” – The Stage
★★★★ “Jack Nurse’s heartfelt and haunting production” – The Scotsman
★★★★ “Wonderful performances” – The Herald
★★★★ “It will stay with me for a long time” – Lisa in the Theatre
★★★★ “A nerve-jangling production” – Across the Arts
★★★★ “Crafted with insight and boldness” – Corr Blimey
★★★★ “Reminds me just why that collaborative nature of the story and the source is better told with community within it more than on its side.” – FringeReview
Photo credits: Mihaela Bodlovic