Keswick theatre announces new show by renowned film writer Martin McDonagh

The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh, who has been a writer for films like In Bruges and Seven Psychopaths, will be coming to the theatre in the autumn months. 

The story is described as a dark comedy thriller following a mother and daughter in a country cottage in County Galway who face their own daily battles. 

There is a back drop of heavy rain throughout the play and when an 'unexpected suitor' arrives it sets in motion a change of events that leads to a 'terrifying climax.' 

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Director Liz Stevenson said: "This is one of those stories that stays with you. A psychological drama-comedy that has grit, wit and unforgettable characters, it’s a real gift for a director.

"Though it was McDonagh’s first play, it was nominated for a plethora of awards, winning four Tonys, and has rightly become recognised as a modern classic.  It’s a thrill to be able and share this extraordinary play with our audiences."

A spokesperson described the show as being: "Hauntingly beautiful and blisteringly funny, it’s guaranteed to have you on the edge of your seat."

There will also be a whole host of other events at the theatre including: musicals, comedies and talks. 

The Tortoise and The Hare will be showing for younger children, Witch Hunt and at Christmas time The Ballad of Rudy. 

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A spokesperson from Theatre By The Lake added: "Theatre by the Lake is always proud to host local societies and community drama groups; this summer includes Keswick Peace and Human Rights Group will be presenting Hope is the Thing on July 30, and Keswick Theatre Club, who will be performing Tom Stoppard’s Heroes.

"The theatre is continuing to offer some guaranteed socially distanced performances for in-house shows in the Main House, including The Beauty Queen of Leenane."