Sam Mendes directs a stunning tale of passion and violence in Ireland during the Troubles
In rural Northern Ireland in 1981, at the height of the Troubles, as IRA hunger strikes dominate the news, the Carney family are anticipating harvest day.
A day of hard work on the land followed by the traditional feasting and celebrations lie ahead. But the festivities are interrupted by an unwelcome visitor, as the Troubles find their way into the heart of the family.
Starring Paddy Considine as patriarch Quinn Carney, a man with a past, this Jez Butterworth (Jerusalem) play has already broken box-office records and transferred to the West End in June.
reviews
The Times
“Something special”
“Butterworth and Mendes deliver shattering tale of passion and violence”
“It has the feel of an unearthed, instant classic”
The Financial Times
“Magnificent; a stunning family drama”
Daily Mail
“Shattering but superb”
The Stage
“Stunning, sprawling and richly written”
Time Out
“Enormous, shattering”
What’s On Stage
“A triumphant, bold piece of theatre”
Awards & Nominations
Olivier Awards 2018
WINNER – Best Actress
Olivier Awards 2018
WINNER – Best Director
Olivier Awards 2018
WINNER – Best New Play
Olivier Awards 2018
Best Set Design
Olivier Awards 2018
Best Actor in a Supporting Role
Olivier Awards 2018
Best Actress in a Supporting Role
WhatsOnStage Awards
Winner – Best Supporting Actor
WhatsOnStage Awards
Winner – Best New Play
WhatsOnStage Awards
Winner – Best Direction
Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2017
Winner – Best Director
Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2017
Winner – Best Play
BroadwayWorld UK Awards 2017
Winner- Best Direction of a New Production of a Play
Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2017
Winner – Best Emerging Talent
