The
Complex’s
new play ‘F.A.T. D.A.D.’ tells the story of the profound impact a teacher and
hunger striker had on his pupils in the Smithfield area during the 1980s and
1990s. The play will run from Thursday,
15th February to Sunday, 25th
February (previews on 13th/14th February).
Inspired
by true events ‘F.A.T. D.A.D.’, an acronym for the six counties under British
rule, depicts the life of a teacher, Fiachra Martin. His classroom acts as a
symbol of a divided Ireland and the conflicting lives of his students. Mr
Martin goes on hunger strike with Bobby Sands, and while his beliefs deepen, he
finds himself unemployed and homeless. His bond with his former students
however holds strong.
From
the team that brought you ‘Complexity’ and ‘Green’ (nominated for Best New Play),
The Complex’s play ‘F.A.T. D.A.D.’ offers an immersive theatre experience, in
which audience members are free to move within the action of the story. Written
by local playwright Anthony Goulding and directed by Artistic Director of The
Complex, Vanessa Fielding. For more information visit TheComplex.ie.