THE Alley Theatre, Strabane is please to announce a 4 night run, starting on April 16 for the Puddle Alley Theatre group with their play "Noises Off" by Michael Frayn.
The Puddle Alley has a strong reputation for outstanding comedy performances and theatregoers will not be disappointed with their latest production. The comedy is about a group of actors trying to put on a play with not much success and with hilarious results.
Act One focuses on the chaotic dress rehearsal with the cast fumbling lines, entrances, missed cues and bothersome props (most notably a plate of sardines). Act two shows the opening night to chaotic results, while Act 3 covers the final few days of the play with the actors now making up the play as they go along to cover up a series of mishaps.
Much of the comedy emerges from the subtle variations in each version as the off stage chaos affects on-stage performances.
Dr Hook'd and the Medicine Show band come to Strabane on Friday April 20. Be transformed to the heights of the 70s pop with the Dr Hook experience recreated in finest detail with the unique atmosphere and the zany antics of the Dr Hook.
FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY
The Alley is also pleased to welcome St Mary's Boy's PS with their original musical "New beginnings", from April 23 – 26. Penned by celebrated local author Eddie Kerr and singer/song writer David McGarrigle, the musical takes the theme of Strabane since the 50s. This unique piece of work will be told through music, song and audiovisual technology.
Tickets are selling fast for this unique production therefore an early booking is strongly advised.
Juliet Turner will be performing in the Alley on Friday, 27th April at 8 pm. This wonderful performer has a quiet, relaxed approach mixed with a wicked sense of humour. In February 2005 Juliet picked up best Irish female at the Meteor Music awards, alongside artistes such as PJ Harvey, Snow Patrol and Paddy Casey. Juliet has been gifted with a wonderfully clear and sweet voice and fans will not be disappointed with her performance in the acoustically perfect Alley Theatre.
Hugo Duncan, the wee man from Strabane will be making his home debut on May 3 at 8 p.m at the Alley with his host of friends including the wonderful Anne Williamson and top country duo Logue and McCool.
KILA
Kila, the high energy traditional Irish music band is visiting Strabane after a successful world tour on Friday, May 4 at 8 pm. originating from Dublin, Kila has incorporated a number of influences within their traditional Irish music. This seven piece band play a variety of instruments including whistles, fiddles and pipes. Long considered to be at the forefront of traditional Irish music, Kila performance will entertain both young and old.
FESTIVAL
The Strabane Farmers Market, the Extended Schools project and the Alley Theatre are pleased to announce the Festival for Body and Soul on April 28 at the Score Site, Canal Basin, Strabane and within the Alley Theatre. The festival is aimed at promoting healthy eating and a healthy interest in the arts. Several major events have been planned on the day, as well as the farmers market and their unique food stalls with a wide range of fresh local produce, the festival will have the Belfast Community Circus performing within the Alley Theatre, street walkers, performances from over 8 primary schools, jazz bands, a string quartet, and a very special mystery celebrity guest.
Further details of the performance and ticket availability can be made by contacting the box office on 7138 4444.
