October 30 through December 7

The Cripple of Inishmaan
By Martin McDonagh
Directed by Kathy O'Grady

In a small backwater town on the remote west coast, the residents are all a-twitter that a Hollywood film company is on its way to shoot a movie about the local inhabitants. Sound familiar? No, it's not here and it's not us, but it very well could be. It's Inishmaan Island, Ireland. The time is the 1930s and the cast of characters is as zanily eccentric as only the Irish can be.

Playwright Martin McDonagh has written a play in the long, deep tradition of Irish storytelling that fits neatly alongside those of such Irish greats as Synge, Behan and (if you will) the earthy style of Frank McCourt. This, his most recent play, is as funny, quirky and idiosyncratic as any Irish play you've ever seen or are likely to see. It is a theatrical palette of rich language, ironic situations and colorful unforgettable characters. If you love compelling stories well-told, you'll not want to miss seeing this latest offering from the Mendocino Theatre Company.

Director Kathy O'Grady has assembled a stellar cast including favorites Kennedy White, Ann Woodhead, young actors Quinn Fields, Bing York, Lilly Deerwater and Jesse Beven (who plays the cripple, Billy), along with newcomers Sean and MaryAnn Casey, to populate the town of Inishmaan, rendered by set designer Nicole Allan (who most recently created the scenery for Gloriana's INTO THE WOODS), with lighting designed by Tony Tringale and costumed by Sally Tringale.

"McDonagh's…comic talent appears unlimited, and he also has a way…of mixing up his humor with a touch of the poet and a profound sense of tragedy always dangerously lurking on comedy's untidy fringe." —The New York Post

For tickets and reservations call the MTC box office at 937-4477 or click here.

The Mendocino Theatre Company's Helen Schoeni Theatre is located at 45200 Little Lake Street in Mendocino. Ticket prices are $15, $20 on Saturday.