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DANCING AT LUGHNASA
by Brian Friel

Wednesday 2nd - Saturday 5th July | 7:30pm
Saturday 5th July | 2:30pm

Unicorn Theatre, Checker Walk, Abingdon, OX14 3JB
Tickets: £15 (£12 concessions) from The Bookstore, 15 Bury Street (The Precinct)

Set in the small, fictional town of Ballybeg, Ireland, in thesummer of 1936, Dancing at Lughnasa is a deeply moving and beautifully crafted memory play that captures the raw, heartfelt dynamics of the Mundy sisters—five unmarried women whose lives are bound by love, hardship, and resilience.

Told through the reflective narration of Michael Evans, the illegitimate son of the youngest sister, the play invites audiences into a world where family bonds are both a comfort and a constraint, and where the arrival of two men — a charming drifter and a missionary brother returned from Africa — sends ripples through the fragile harmony of the household.

As the sisters navigate the tension between tradition and change, music becomes a powerful, almost magical force—a symbol of freedom, joy, and the dreams that dance just out of reach. The rhythms of the radio, the pulse of the harvest festival, and the quiet moments of shared laughter all come together to create a story that is as poignant as it is unforgettable.

This is a play about memory, longing, and the quiet heroism of everyday life — a story that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt the pull of home, the ache of lost love, or the strength of sisterhood.

Don’t miss this unforgettable tale, brought to life with passion,heart, and the timeless beauty of Brian Friel’s writing. Whether you're a longtime fan of Irish drama or discovering it for the first time, Dancing at Lughnasa promises an evening of theatre that will stay with you long after the final curtain.

BOX OFFICE

All tickets are sold as unreserved seating.

There is a group discount for 10+ tickets.

The Unicorn Theatre has steps and awkward changes of level throughout. Please get in touch if you would like to attend a performance in a wheelchair or would like to discuss mobility problems.

THE CLUB

Abingdon Drama Club is a charity organisation established in 1944. We stage drama productions in Abingdon and provide drama classes for 12-16 year olds. Adult club membership is £40 per year. Anyone interested in theatre is welcome to join the club. There are social events throughout the year but the main focus is always our productions.

You do not need to act on stage to be part of the club. The backstage team is an integral part of every show and the production support volunteers are vital to the success of each performance. You do not need to be a club member to attend castings or play readings.

Abingdon Drama Club is a family of passionate and talented people. Please get in touch to find out more.

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