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Panic Patterns
Visiting Company
A new commission from award-winning novelists Louise Welsh and Zoë Strachan. Part of Glasgay! Scotland’s annual celebration of queer culture.
Ornithologists Jacq and Fay are on a remote island in the far north of Scotland investigating sudden changes in bird migration patterns. Fay believes these changes signify forthcoming disaster. Jacq thinks the isolation is making her younger lover paranoid. But they were meant to leave the island three days ago, their boat home still hasn’t arrived and their radio has been dead for a week. When the decommissioned lighthouse across the bay shines back into life, the two women are forced to make a crucial decision.
Sometimes tender, sometimes disorientating, Panic Patterns draws on contemporary fears to create an edgy, suspenseful drama for a new decade.
BY ZOË STRACHAN & LOUISE WELSH
DIRECTED BY ALISON PEEBLES
- 19 Oct 2010 to 30 Oct 2010
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- 2010-10-19 07:30 PM (P) 2010-10-20 07:30 PM 2010-10-21 07:30 PM 2010-10-22 07:30 PM 2010-10-23 07:30 PM 2010-10-26 07:30 PM 2010-10-27 07:30 PM 2010-10-28 07:30 PM 2010-10-29 07:30 PM 2010-10-30 07:30 PM
Dates
Circle Studio
Prices
£12.50 (concessions available)
Preview £5
Preview 19.10.10, 7.30pm
Wheelchair Access
Guide Dogs welcome
Comments
Laura Tyler ★★★★★
27th March 2010
I have just finished Level One and I can't recommend it highly enough. It was such a fantastic class with a wide range of ages and backgrounds. It was one of the best experiences I have ever had. I gained new skills and new friends.
Patrick Desmond Scanlan ★★★★★
26th March 2010
Really enjoyable: fast-paced, energetic and full of vigour.
jim mcdowall ★★★★★
26th March 2010
The narration was entertaining and informative and was greatly embellished by two superb musicians.
trevor sparkes ★★★★★
26th March 2010
pure funny, was even funnier watching him trying not to fall off the slope on the stage.
Christine McRitchie ★★★★★
26th March 2010
Thoroughly enjoyed this production. The format was innovative and the performance did not flag for a minute. The twist about the identity of the narrator was superb. The intimacy of the small theatre added to the overall effect. The music was excellent and very moving.
Helen ★★★★★
23rd March 2010
Hi Elizabeth, please call the box office now to book or for more info on 0141 429 0022. As explained above we have an afternoon course for 4-5s from Mon 12 - Fri 16 April. This runs 1-3pm daily.
ELIZABETH FORSYTH ★★★★★
22nd March 2010
INTERESTED IN AFTERNOON CLASSES FOR 4 YEAR OLDS EASTER WEEK.
Bea ★★★★★
20th March 2010
This was a very moving and powerful performance possibly heightened by the fact that myself and my partner are activists for Palestinian human rights. We returned from the West Bank on Saturday having attended the first day of the Rachel Corrie hearing in Haifa. We met her parents Craig and Cindy which made this performance even more poignant The situation in Palestine is almost beyond description but hopefully theatre like this will inspire people to challenge the whole Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Jess Brady ★★★★★
19th March 2010
An outstanding performance from a very talented young actress - the play was simply wonderful and conveyed, even to those who are unaware of the history of the conflict,the spirit of Rachel's idealism and her commitment to social justice, peace and human rights. An excellent production which I would go to see again as it was so good - congratulations to all involved especially Mairi Phillips.
Helen ★★★★★
17th March 2010
Sorry you aren't able to get tickets. If the show is being extended or re-touring it will be announced on this website. I'm afraid we can't keep a list of individuals to contact. If you sign up to our enewsletter, follow us on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook, we'll make sure important news is communicated directly.
Deirdre Campbell ★★★★★
17th March 2010
forgot this was on and i was too late too book tickets, wanted to see it when it was on in London, so gutted i have missed while it was playing in Glasgow. If it gets extended can the Citizens let me know. I know it's been on since so dissapointed i have missed it. Ah well hopefully perhaps catch it somewhere else. The trial against the Israeli Defence of the killing of Rachel is taking place today in Israel. Check out http://rachelcorriefoundation.org
Lauren ★★★★★
13th March 2010
I read this four years ago, and it soon became one of my favourite pieces of theatre. So I was thrilled of course, when I heard it was to be performed at the citizens. I was not disappointed. A wonderful, intimate staging with a subtle, moving performance of Rachel's story. Tears were running down my face by the end of it. Perhaps truth alone should see the play himself, and realise that his views are actually the result of propaganda created to discredit Rachel's memory and actions. Rachel saw repressed people suffering and wanted to help. She was trying to help them maintain their basic human rights to food, water, a roof over their heads. She teaches us we should all strive to care more about our fellow human beings, regardless of their background or religion.
Kirsty Fraser ★★★★★
13th March 2010
Went to see the show on Tuesday 9th not really knowing what to expect. I didn't know anything about this story before the show although i obviously knew about an american girl being killed in Gaza strip. I have to say that Mairi was brilliant throughout the performance. A really touching, thought provoking and well imagined script. I would definitely encourage people to see this show.
marion ★★★★★
13th March 2010
hi there met you at the abbey cashline on friday evening hope you found the citizens ok. not sure if this is for you the woman in the photograph but if this message gets to you then i hope you made it ok and it was very nice to see you. my son is very interested in acting and is desperately trying to find some advice. for a treat im going to bring him to see you. take care and again nice to meet you.
Zahid ★★★★★
13th March 2010
Saw the show on 12th with a friend. The seating (albeit not the most comfortable) arrangement - where people were on both sides of the 'stage' - made it seem more alive. Mairi gave a captivating, consistendly believable performance, capturing the fragility, strength, contradictions (hope and disappointment) - the various dimensions of Rachel Corrie. The play is more about what happened to Rachel in the lead up to her visit and tragic death - not really about the Israeli-Palestinian issue (this is not a 'political statement' play as one commentator has implied above). We get to see her relationships with her family, the experiences which led to her taking the path she did and this brought more layers to the overall story - made it more thought provoking. Friend and I agreed that the second half of the play was stronger than first - the scene about the Drop in Co-ordinator being particularly insightful and brilliantly portrayed. Go and see this if you can.
Rose ★★★★★
12th March 2010
What a great decision to have this play at the Citizens Theatre - being in an area of Glasgow which has a history of social injustice, having it here would be in Rachel's spirit, I'm sure. May the play not be merely consumed - may it inspire many of us to challenge injustice wherever we come across it, instead of avoiding being exposed to it!
rosemary paton ★★★★★
10th March 2010
YEAH YEAH YEAH, WHAT A FAB SHOW!! ALL THE CHARACTERS WERE OUTSTANDING, (REALLY LOVED GEORGE)Took my sis along sat pm, and we came out feeling great, wish we could have stayed for the final performance. this show will be a smash hit. well done everyone. notice a comment from Mr Kane of Them Beatles' tribute band,can I just say to Beatles fans YOU MUST SEE THEM!!! they are FAB!!!!
Carrie Montgomery ★★★★★
8th March 2010
I thought this show was incredibly moving and the lead actress did an amazing job of conveying all the different sides to Rachel Corrie's character. I felt like I really knew her by the end of the show and you could see her despair growing as she witnessed first hand the situation of the people in Palestine. I defy anyone to say that this play is propaganda. The only message that I was left with is about humanity and trying to stop unnecessary violence in the world. I would encourage everyone to see this show. It puts all the small things in life into perspective.
Emma ★★★★★
8th March 2010
Mairi was captivating, she gave an outstanding performance on what was only the second night (3rd March). Her portrayal of a vivacious young woman was sincere and electric, and made a tragic story even more moving, placing the emphasis on her short but brilliant life rather than her untimely death. Hope to see her in other productions soon.
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marjorie burns ★★★★★
29th March 2010
Hi, I am interested in sending my 4 year old to SUMMER drama classes. I was wondering if u had dates for these classes and how soon can you book. Many thanks, Marjorie