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The Monster in the Hall
TAG
A new play by David Greig, at the Citizens and touring in Autumn 2010.
Duck Macatarsney cares for her biker dad whose MS is getting increasingly bad. Her Dad - Duke - is a spliff smoking (for medicinal reasons you understand), bike riding, heavy metal loving, horror movie loving, pizza eating widower who’s brought up Duck since the death of her Mother in a crash. The two of them are just about surviving when one morning the Duke wakes up blind and the Duck hears that the Social Services are coming to take her away.
The Monster in the Hall follows Duck as she tries to protect her world from the terrifying prospect of change.
A low budget indie comedy musical about a girl on the verge of a nervous breakdown played out by four actors and a big fat motorbike which goes vrrooommm.
A new play from the same team that created the smash hit Yellow Moon (Best Show for Children and Young People TMA Awards 2007).
World Premiere
By David Greig
Directed by Guy Hollands
Music by Nigel Dunn
- 2 Nov 2010 to 13 Nov 2010
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- CITIZENS THEATRE 2010-11-02 07:30 PM 2010-11-03 07:30 PM 2010-11-04 01:30 PM 2010-11-04 07:30 PM 2010-11-05 07:30 PM 2010-11-06 07:30 PM 2010-11-09 01:30 PM 2010-11-09 07:30 PM 2010-11-10 07:30 PM 2010-11-11 07:30 PM 2010-11-12 07:30 PM 2010-11-13 07:30 PM This show will be touring from 24/09-13/11/10. Any additional public dates and venues will be announced here.
Dates
Circle Studio
Prices
Citizens Theatre prices
£12.50 (concessions available)
Tuesdays £10
Schools £7.50 (1 teacher free with every 10 bought)
User Rating ★★★★★
Rated: (5/5), based on 1 review
Wheelchair Access
Guide Dogs welcome
BOOKING
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Recommended for 14+
With thanks to the Federation of Scottish Theatre for their support of Assistant Director, Howie Reeve through a Creative Assistant Bursary.
For information on booking this production to come to your school or venue, see Touring Work.
IETM
International Network of Contemporary Performing Arts
4-7 November
The Citizens is delighted to be part of this international showcase to over 600 delegates from across the world. An extensive programme of talks and performances over 4 days will embrace the entire city, its people and its culture. IETM is Europe’s most significant membership organisation for contemporary theatre, dance and performance.
Comments
Helen ★★★★★
6th September 2010
Hi Dorothy, sorry we could answer this over the weekend. Most rooms are, but some may not be, so I'll get my colleague to verify this and get back to you asap.
Helen ★★★★★
6th September 2010
Hi Carol and Diane, our Box Office holds the only live information on booking and availability. This cannot be accessed out of Box Office hours. Please call 0141 429 0022 to enquire about booking a place.
Lauren Moss ★★★★★
6th September 2010
Hi there, I was wondering about booking this production "Monster In The Hall" to come to our school (Kinross High School, new Loch Leven Community Campus. I'd also be interested in offering some students the option of participating in the workshop. We have excellent brand new facilities here with a large assembly hall/theatre and plenty of accommodation to serve as Green Room/Dressing Room. Can you send me information and booking instructions? Thank you! Sincerely, L Moss
Claire Northorpe ★★★★★
5th September 2010
I work With a group from this theartre doing "A Woman's Place" and it was the best experance of my life. I would advace any one thinking about doing it to just bite the bluit and do it you will love it. And i would like to say a big hi to the girls at the theartre and say a big "THANK YOU " xx claire xx
Carol McGowan ★★★★★
5th September 2010
Recently returned from Manhattan ( New York CIty ) April of this year with my 13 year old son Liam Kyle McGowan. Liam was born in NYC & has settled into life in Glasgow pretty well. Liam has always been interested in Drama attending plays in New YOrk City's Central Park productions at the " Delacorte Theatre ". Would it be possible for him to attend the Saturday Workshop this Fall ? Love your work Best always Carol A. McGowan ...
Dianne ★★★★★
5th September 2010
Is there still any spaces left for 4 to 5 childrens drama classes at the weekends. As the box office is closed today cant find out. Dianne.
Dorothy Hetherington ★★★★★
3rd September 2010
Hi my 11 yr old son is a wheelchair user who is very interested in drama. Is the theatre accessable and would the classes be suitable for him? Dorothy
Julia Krone Oliver ★★★★★
30th August 2010
What a fabulous production, acting of the highest order, clever juxtaposition of complex social issues with parts of speech. It was certainly the best thing we saw this year at the Festival. As South Africans involved in the arts, living in Edinburgh for the past 3 years, we were so impressed and proud - well done! Good luck with the rest of your tour.
Alison ★★★★★
16th August 2010
Hi Jackie, TAG originally stood for Theatre About Glasgow. It was developed as the outreach arm of the Citizens Theatre in 1967and the company would tour schools in Glasgow. It then developed into its own company with a Scotland wide remit touring productions for children and young people. Since 2007 it has been part of the Citizens Theatre again and continues to produce work young people including touring productions and a large workshop and project programme. There is more info in our history section (click on About). Hope that helps!
Jackie Heneghan ★★★★★
16th August 2010
Please can you tell me what TAG stands for? Is it by any chance Theatre Action Group? Thanks in advance for getting back to me. Best regards, Jackie H Pennsylvania, USA
Ms C E Hivey ★★★★★
9th August 2010
Great to see an other venue for Scottish Opera. Really enjoy the 16.00 start time. Hope there will be more in the future.
Helen ★★★★★
20th July 2010
Hi Jules, I think there are spaces. Up-to-date info is held, and bookings are made directly at Box Office. Please call 0141 429 0022 to get the latest availability. Hope you can join us!
Jules Haston ★★★★★
19th July 2010
Hello Tag/Citz! I have a 4 year old daughter (5 next month) who I think would really benefit - and love - being involved in your drama classes. Are there any spaces left for the Autumn 'term'? If so could we book up a place for Alice? Jules (mum)
Helen ★★★★★
11th July 2010
Hi Carolyn, There's a wee form on the homepage (with 3 fields to complete). Please add your details here to join the mailing list. NB. It's also linked in the footer. Thanks Helen
carolyn stuart ★★★★★
10th July 2010
can i please be put on your mailing list
Helen ★★★★★
7th July 2010
I just accidentally deleted a comment amongst a load of spam, and only realised too late that included a genuine message which I can't get back. If you are awaiting the publication of your comment or question, please re-post. Apologies!
Helen ★★★★★
22nd April 2010
Hi Yvonne, Thanks for your comment. Show times are listed beside each date which you click "view all dates". It's not as simple as one start time, as it can vary per show. You've made an interesting point though, we should perhaps make this view all dates/times. I hope you found the info you required. Helen
Yvonne Alexis ★★★★★
21st April 2010
Hi, it would've been useful to have the start time on the web-site...
Rhona Armes-martin ★★★★★
17th April 2010
Awesome-dont think I have enjoyed a piece of theatre so much-it was that good!Amazing talent,really clever.Brought the book alive to my ten year old girl.We laughed from start to finish-dont miss it!!!
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Helen ★★★★★
6th September 2010
Hi Dorothy Thanks for your enquiry. The rehearsal rooms we use for our drama classes are accessible for wheelchairs. However, our theatre building is Victorian and therefore accessibility is not as straight forward as in modern buildings. We have a lift that could take your son up to the top floor where the drama classes take place. One of our tutors would assist with this as there are a few tight corners to contend with. Once in the drama room, he'd be fine and the tutors can plan accordingly to make sure the drama workshop is suitable for your sons needs. Every drama workshop involves some kind of physical activity, so it would be up to your son to assess what he thinks he can participate in and join in accordingly. We would ensure the workshops were planned so he could get as much out of them as possible. The only other thing that may (or may not) be an issue is that our disabled toilet is two floors down from our drama rehearsal rooms. Therefore, we would ask that he goes to the toilet before class. If he did need to go, one of our tutors could assist him down in the lift and then back up to the drama room again afterwards. I do hope this answers your question. We'd love to have your son attend. We're happy for him to come along and try it out for a week first to make sure you and your son are fully comfortable before committing to a whole term. Thanks Angela Smith Education officer