Meet the Full Cast of The Playboy of the Western World at the National Theatre

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Meet the Full Cast of The Playboy of the Western World at the National Theatre

The National Theatre is set to present the classic play, The Playboy of the Western World. This production, written by John Millington Synge, explores themes of youth and self-discovery. Performances will take place in the Lyttelton Theatre from December 4 to February 28.

Full Cast Announced for The Playboy of the Western World

Directed by Caitríona McLaughlin, the production boasts a talented cast, featuring both established and emerging actors. The previously announced cast includes:

Declan Conlon as Old Mahon
Nicola Coughlan as Pegeen Mike
Lorcan Cranitch as Michael Flaherty
Megan Cusack as Susan Brady
Éanna Hardwicke as Christy Mahon
Siobhán McSweeney as Widow Quin
Marty Rea as Shawn Keogh

Additional new cast members include:

Marty Breen as Sara Tansey
Naoise Dunbar as Jimmy Farrell
Matthew Forrest as Philly Cullen
Sallay Garnett as Nelly
Fionnuala Gygax as Honor Blake
Erin Hennessey as Fiddle Player
Susan Akintomide, Peter Mooney, and Donncha O’Dea in the ensemble

Plot Overview

The Playboy of the Western World centers around Pegeen Flaherty, whose life changes dramatically when a young man named Christy Mahon arrives at her pub, claiming he has killed his father. Instead of being ostracized, Christy is embraced as a local hero. His charm and audacity endear him to the townspeople until a twist occurs with the arrival of another man.

Creative Team Behind the Production

The production team includes:

Set and costume designer: Katie Davenport
Lighting designer: James Farncombe
Movement director: Sue Mythen
Sound designer: Adrienne Quartly
Composer: Anna Mullarkey
Fight director: Kevin McCurdy
Casting directors: Alastair Coomer CDG and Naomi Downham
Voice coach: Shereen Ibrahim
Dialect coach: Patricia Logue

The Playboy of the Western World promises to be a must-see production, showcasing exceptional talent both on and off the stage. For more information about the performance, you can visit Emegypt.