Last weekend we went to The Lowry at Salford Quays to see a production of Tom Crean - Antarctic Explorer, written and performed by Aidan Dooley. I heard about this show from my parents who had seen it at the Irish Repertory Theatre in New York City a few months ago. As discerning theatre goers, their rave recommendation really meant something to me. So when I discovered there was going to be a one-off performance near Manchester, I jumped at the chance to go. Well, Mr. Dooley's performance was nothing short of transporting. With minimal props, he used words and gestures to weave this incredible story of a man who traveled on expeditions with both Scott and Shackleton, yet remained relatively unknown after his death. And we, the audience, used our imaginations, sparked without the use video imagery or technological wizardry, to follow Tom Crean through his stark adventures. This was truly a participatory event. Go see it!
3 comments:
hi rob loved your comments on tom crean's show. it was better than the newspapers. maybe you can send it to him. love to you and a.dundee.
Hi Rob: So glad that you enjoyed the show. We don't often like the same stuff, so here is one exception. He is such a good story teller that with no glitzy background, he gets you involved in the story. I shall continue sending reviews and you do the same. M
Hi Robin,
Sounds like a wonderful show. We, here in Rochester, will soon be doing our own antarctic exploring...but for now we are still enjoying 65 degree days! Great for the little trick or treaters...happy halloween! do you carve pumpkins over there?
xoxo,
Lisa
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