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Abbey Theatre Performance - Frank McGuinness's 'Observe the Sons of Ulster Marching Towards the Somme'

Tuesday, 9 August, 2016

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A major new co-production of this iconic war play by Frank McGuinness

On 1 July 1916, the 36th (Ulster) Division took part in one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The Battle of the Somme. One hundred years on, the Abbey Theatre presents a major new co-production of Observe the Sons of Ulster Marching Towards the Somme directed by Headlong’s Artistic Director, Jeremy Herrin.

This iconic war play by Frank McGuinness is a powerful portrayal of mortality, love and loss. In the extraordinary circumstances of World War 1, eight ordinary men are changed, changed utterly… What more have we to tell each other?

BOOKING DETAILS

6 August – 24 September (Preview 6 – 8 August) on the Abbey stage 
Times: Mon – Sat 7.30pm, Matinees Sat 2pm 
Tickets: €13 – €45 / Conc. €13 – €23

Watch the Trailer below:

Tuesday, 9 August, 2016