Rabbit Hole

Barry Gibson presented a first class production with the drama Rabbit Hole, the story of a young couple grieving the accidental death of their four year old son.

Strong performances were the order of the night with Jacy Moore and Dean Mayer turning in moving and sensitive characterisations as the parents, with fine support from the expectant, food loving sister, Emily Scanlon and mum Del Halpin (who had a fall the evening prior to this review and “in true ‘showbiz’ tradition”, performed in a ‘moon boot’ on one foot, the other heavily bandaged and the support of a crutch). Young actor Andrew Barnes, as the driver in the accident, has a promising future.

Barry’s split–level set worked extremely well and only minor blocking changes were required to accommodate Del’s misfortune.

Some may think that the subject matter would not translate well on stage but nothing could be further from the truth. This play has pathos and humour woven into a well written piece of theatre.

As usual, the technical support at this theatre enhanced the overall production and resulted in a most enjoyable evening’s entertainment.

Roger McKenzie