▸Holding Ground
January 2024
The Brian Friel Theatre, Belfast
Part of Belfast International Arts Festival.
Presented at Brian Friel Theatre. Part of our Play for Social Change programme.
Delivered in partnership with Women’s Aid NI.
Part of the Holding Ground Festival.
Company:
Written by Jack Dawson
Co-created and directed by Patrick J O’Reilly
Performed by Jack Dawson and Holly Hannaway
Sound Design by Isaac Gibson
Set and Costume Design by Niamh Kearney
Lighting Design by Jonathan M. Daley
Set Painting by Jude Barriscale
Stage Management by Sophie Thompson
On a trip to the supermarket, an encounter with a distant relative spins Jack back to one of the most traumatic experiences of his life. In just one breath, the bread aisle suddenly transforms into a landscape of memories where Jack has no choice but to confront his past. But will Jack be able to hold his ground? Holding Ground is a play about Domestic violence, resilience, and hope.