The Playboy of the Western World

Synopsis

Set in a small village on the west coast of County Mayo, The Playboy of the Western World tells the story of lonely dreamer Christy Mahon who takes refuge in Michael Flaherty’s pub, claiming that he has killed his oppressive father. Christy beguiles the locals with his tall and dramatic tale of bravery in the face of danger and becomes an instant hero. He both charms the village women including Widow Quinn and captures the heart of the landlord’s fiery daughter Pegeen . However, when his tale turns out to be less straightforward than they first thought, the simmering violence of the villagers comes to light. The Playboy of the Western World was first performed in January 1907 at Dublin's Abbey Theatre.

Our Review:

27 May 2009

The Druid Theatre Company’s production of JM Synge's The Playboy of the Western World is a very slick and well rehearsed show which tells the story of Christy Mahon (Aaron Monaghan) who arrives at Flaherty’s Tavern in Co Mayo claiming to be on the run as he has murdered his father by hitting him over the head with a spade. Peegan (Clare Dunne), her father, Flaherty (John Olohan) and friends are swept along by Christy’s aptitude for recanting the sto...

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