25th & 26th March 2023
Agreement: A new play by Owen McCafferty
“What takes courage is to compete in the arena of democracy.”
The clock is ticking. It’s April 1998 and the main political parties in Northern Ireland, the British Government and the Irish Government, all under the watchful eye of Senator George Mitchell, try to hammer out a deal that could pave the way for peace in Northern Ireland. Every word, every movement, every stare means something. This is the last chance saloon and no one is leaving until Agreement is reached one way or another.
In this major new play, commissioned by MGC (Michael Grandage Company) and by one of our foremost playwrights, Owen McCafferty examines the negotiations leading up to the Good Friday Agreement and weaves real drama out of this complex, momentous and landmark moment for Northern Ireland.
Agreement is presented by The Lyric Theatre in association with the festival.
Please note this production includes scenes of violence, strong language and may contain flashing lights and smoke or haze effects. Warnings will be updated prior to first performance. Age 14+.
date & time
25th March: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
26th March: 2.30pm
location
The Lyric Theatre, Ridgeway St.
admission
£15-£30
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