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Join us for a special two-day workshop performance of Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett, presented in a new Ulster-Scots translation by Frank Ferguson.
Taking place over Palm Sunday weekend, this unique event explores Beckett’s iconic work through the linguistic and cultural lens of Ulster-Scots, opening fresh possibilities for interpretation, rhythm and audience engagement.
The workshops will feature a distinguished cast including Patrick O’Kane (Vladimir), Patrick McBrearty (Estragon), Andrew Bennett (Pozzo) and Tadgh Murphy (Lucky).
This event is supported by Ulster University and the Department for the Economy.
EVENT DETAILS
Saturday 28th March – Act I Workshop
Venue: The Playhouse
Time: 10:15am – 4:30pm (arrival with complimentary tea & coffee from 10:15am)
Access: Invited audience or by request (sdoranbrowne@gmail.com)
Sunday 29th March – Act II Workshop & Public Reading
Venue: Great Hall, Magee Campus, Ulster University
Time: 10:15am – 1pm (arrival with complimentary tea & coffee from 10:15am)
Access: Invited audience or by request (morning session); public welcome for afternoon reading
Sunday 29th March Public Performance - reading of Acts I & II - 2:00pm - FREE ENTRY
Venue: Great Hall, Magee Campus, Ulster University
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Across the weekend, sessions will include translator insights, workshop explorations of each act and opportunities for audience interaction and discussion. Please note that the sessions will be recorded.
