8 Ticket £20.00. Concession £18.00.
THORA
June 17, 2023 at 4:00pm. Duration: 70 MINUTES
Orkney Theatre, Kirkwall Grammar School, The Meadows, Kirkwall, Orkney KW15 1QN
THORA [World Première]
By David McNeish
Isabella Jarrett Thora
Simon Donaldson Magnus
Eleanor Dean Young Thora
Gerda Stevenson Director
Jessica Brettle Designer
Laura Hawkins Lighting Designer
Ruby Noble Stage Manager
Mike Partridge Set Builder
Produced by St Magnus International Festival
David McNeish’s new play brings to the fore the mother of Magnus, Thora, a name mentioned in the sagas but about whom little is known. Here, in her old age, Thora tells of her own life and its intersection with the story of her son before and after his martyrdom: the hardships, the violence, the duty and the pain. This intense, powerful and poetic two hander adds a new dimension to a familiar story. After her award-winning film The Storm Watchers, Gerda Stevenson returns to direct this exciting new drama.
Please note this production includes reference to adult themes. For more information, please contact us. Recommended 12+.