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A sweeping, multigenerational story, Never Always Ever Was spans time from the 1960s to the 2040s, weaving together the lives of Daniel, a restless young man from Belfast determined to escape the monotony of home in search of purpose and adventure, and Julia, a recent university graduate from Port Fairy who has returned home to find a way to turn her passion for environmental conservation into meaningful action. Their fateful meeting on New Year’s Eve in 1989, at a small-town pub, sets the stage for an exploration of identity, home, and the far-reaching ripple effects of the choices we make.
This dynamic two-hander showcases the extraordinary talents of two actors, who embody a rich tapestry of interconnected characters across generations. Incorporating elements of song, the work culminates in a shared and deeply moving experience between the performers and the audience. Through the intertwined stories of Daniel, Julia, their ancestors, and their descendants, Never Always Ever Was delves into the environmental challenges facing coastal towns, reflecting on the legacies we leave behind in a rapidly changing world. Poignant, poetic, and urgent, it illuminates the intimate and universal impacts of climate change on the places we call home and the futures we strive to protect.
Never Always Ever Was is currently being developed by Australian playwright Fleur Murphy in collaboration with Northern Ireland-based theatre company c21 Theatre. This exciting new project has been made possible through the generous support of the British Council’s Connections Through Culture grant, which has facilitated a unique cross-cultural partnership and creative exchange.
Visit c21 Theatre Company's website at: www.c21theatrecompany.com
This dynamic two-hander showcases the extraordinary talents of two actors, who embody a rich tapestry of interconnected characters across generations. Incorporating elements of song, the work culminates in a shared and deeply moving experience between the performers and the audience. Through the intertwined stories of Daniel, Julia, their ancestors, and their descendants, Never Always Ever Was delves into the environmental challenges facing coastal towns, reflecting on the legacies we leave behind in a rapidly changing world. Poignant, poetic, and urgent, it illuminates the intimate and universal impacts of climate change on the places we call home and the futures we strive to protect.
Never Always Ever Was is currently being developed by Australian playwright Fleur Murphy in collaboration with Northern Ireland-based theatre company c21 Theatre. This exciting new project has been made possible through the generous support of the British Council’s Connections Through Culture grant, which has facilitated a unique cross-cultural partnership and creative exchange.
Visit c21 Theatre Company's website at: www.c21theatrecompany.com