Island Protected by a Bridge of Glass

The play is set in 16th century Ireland when English rule first dominated Ireland. It is focussed around Graineuaile, the central character and her obsession with Elizabeth I and her royal presence. This is a historical fantasy of the old Ireland in late 1500s and early 1600s.

‘A bridge of class…highly original…remarkable techniques…finely conceived abnd excellently executed’- Hot Press
‘…must surely be their highest accomplishment so far…this company has now reached the peak of professionalism’- Irish Times

Credits

Cast

  • Gráineuaile Marie Mullen
  • Rebecca Bartlett
  • Peter Lawson
  • Séan McGinley
  • Ray McBride
  • Paul O’Neill
  • Maelíosa Stafford
  • Mike Williams

Creative Team

  • Director Garry Hynes
  • Design Garry Hynes
  • Lighting Design Maelíosa Stafford
  • Padraic Boran
  • Costume Design Ann Lawson
  • Marie Mullen

Production Team

  • Set Construction Séan McGinley
  • Peter Lawson
  • Choreography Ray McBride
  • Garry Hynes
  • Artwork Ted Turton
  • Marion Coady
  • Tour PosterJ Joachim Boske