The Events

A Cumbernauld Theatre Company production in association with Wonder Fools

If I’m going to make a mark on the world I have to do it now.
The only means I have are art or violence.
And I was never any good at drawing.

When Claire, a priest, survives a mass shooting she sets out on a quest to answer the most difficult question of all: ‘Why?’. The Events is a journey that takes her to the edge of reason, science, politics and faith. Reflect on the complexities of forgiveness, resilience, and the power of community in times of tragedy in David Greig’s modern classic.

This thrilling, theatrical and visceral new staging features an exciting collaboration between the professional cast and a Community Choir that has been specially created for the production.

The performance on Wednesday 2 October will include a post-show Q&A with writer, David Greig, and theatre critic, Joyce McMillan.

Claire Lamont Claire
Sam Stopford The Boy

David Greig Writer
Jack Nurse Director
John Browne Composer
Clare Haworth Community Choir Director
Becky Minto Set & Costume Designer
Lizzie Powell Lighting Designer
Gary Cameron Sound Designer
Katie Slater Assistant Director
Robbie Gordon Movement Director
Sophie Ferguson Costume Supervisor
James Edward Greechan Accompanist
Mick Duke Executive Producer

_{CONTENT WARNING: This play explores dark themes throughout. It explores in detail the aftermath of a mass shooting, as well as references to suicide, sex, and drug and alcohol use. The play contains language that some audience members could find offensive.}

_{Age recommendation: 14+}