This light hearted, accessible comedy began touring pre-Covid and was hugely popular with audiences.
Hubcap Theatre was set up in 2018. Its mission is to ‘Bring Theatre to the People’. ‘The Parish’ has successfully toured to over sixty rural communities in fifteen counties. The production has generated audience reactions such as “What a wonderful play! … poignant, beautifully crafted and a true reflection of how we all are!”. Some audience members have been to multiple performances. To quote the Co-Ordinator of the 3 Rings Fit-up Festival in Galway, “The quality and diversity of script, characters, storyline infused our audiences with laughter, empathy and reflection on the successes and challenges that exist in all of our communities today.”
It is performed with a minimal set and supported by a rich soundscape.
Audience reactions;
“The Parish is absolutely hilarious and makes for a great night out!”
“These two are an amazing combination, a night of fun & laughter. Don’t miss it!”
Brief synopsis of the Play:
Mary and Mary, two endearing elderly ladies welcome the audience and set the scene for a riot of fun and drama within a story of treachery in their local parish. The story then unfolds through a series of scenes played out by fourteen different characters. These include the pompous priest, the local gossip monger, the yummy mummies who have moved from the city, an overzealous GAA parent, the annoying old fella on the sideline of the Junior B hurling match, and the two golfers who are constantly outdoing each other with banter. Through this chorus of colourful characters, the story unfolds of a dastardly deed that has ripped the parish apart. But despite this scandal, this delightful comedy highlights and celebrates the power of friendship and community.
