THE Ardhowen Theatre is preparing to host a “hilarious comedy” after one of the North’s top drama groups has confirmed they’ll be making a return to Enniskillen to showcase their talents.
Excitement is building on the entertainment scene ahead of the return of the Belvoir Players who will bring their new play ‘A Wake in the West’ to the Ardhowen Theatre on July 25 and July 26.
The Belfast-based group has established themselves as one of the top performers in Ireland and local drama enthusiasts are looking forward to their much-anticipated return to Fermanagh.
“A Wake in the West, by Michael J Ginnelly, tells the tale of the passing of a villager,” they said.
“Now that Tom Healy has drunk himself to death, his family and friends pay their respects, plan his cremation and deal with visitors to the wake who want to have their own piece of Tom.
“After the events of the wake, will Tom be left to rest in peace,” added the Ardhowen Theatre.
The Belvoir Players have been entertaining drama enthusiasts since its formation back in 1968.
They’re committed to showcasing their acting talents on stages right across the country.
“The residents of this ‘new community’ had arrived from various parts of Belfast and from other areas of the province,” a spokesperson for the Belfast drama group said.
“A sense of identity was being created for people from diverse backgrounds and the performances of the players provided a social as well as a cultural and entertainment focus.”
A number of Fermanagh drama groups are also preparing to take to the stage in Enniskillen.
On May 29 and May 30, the hugely popular Knocks Drama Group will perform ‘The Real McCoy’, penned by Irish playwright Tommy Marren, at the Ardhowen Theatre to their fans’ delight.
“This truly hilarious play is a rollercoaster of emotions, packed with witty one liners, a nostalgic trip back in time and feisty characters,” a spokesperson for the Ardhowen Theatre said.
“The play follows Madge Molloy over a two day period in the Spring of 1964. Madge has raised her daughter Maura alone since her husband Tom disappeared without a trace over 40 years ago.
“Madge firmly believes she is better off without Tom, and has become cold and bitter towards men, causing conflict when Maura falls in love with the local postman.
“However, this is the least of her worries as new curate to the parish, Fr Michael McCoy, has arrived in town and is able to shed some light on the mystery surrounding her absent husband.”
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