Whether it’s reviving an old classic, or unveiling a new story, these are definitely the shows to see this year.
5. Two One - Act Plays, The Abbey Lane Theatre - June 20-22
Audiences are treated this year with a double feature of two single-act plays. James McLure’s Laundry and Bourbon surrounds the gossip of three wives who have realised marriage is not everything they thought it would be, disappointment and suspicions are rife as they chat and drink bourbon, of course, while folding their laundry. Mark O’ Leary’s Waiting For You is a sweet and funny tale of a peculiar group in the hospital that recount the moments they waited in their life, sharing their joys and sorrows together, finding strength in their shared laughter.Find out more at: armaghtheatregroup.co.uk/2-one-act-plays Photo: Armagh Theatre Group Facebook
6. Rapunzel, The Marketplace Theatre - November 30 - December 22
Bringing Rapunzel to life is one level of fun, but to have a pantomime is absolutely wonderful. The Marketplace Theatre in association with Lana Productions are pulling out all the stops with this show of Repunzel. Her magic golden locks are her gift and curse, locked away all her life she longs for freedom, and in the mysterious stranger she might just find it.Find out more at: marketplacearmagh.com/repunzel Photo: The Marketplace Theatre
7. The Little Mermaid, The Marketplace Theatre - November 1-3
The only thing better than watching a Disney movie is to see it being performed live by real actors in real time. There is a special magic to hearing those nostalgic tunes and watching those scenes unfold without a screen separating barricading fantasy from reality. Moyraverty Drama and Arts Society are returning to the Marketplace to perform this loving tale of Ariel who longs for more than a mermaid’s life, and Eric who longs for more than a Prince’s life.Find out more at: marketplacearmagh.com/the-little-mermaid Photo: Moyraverty Arts and Drama Society via Facebook