Mabel
World premiere 27th October – 14th November 2015 | Castlewellan Castle and Grounds
Playwright
Maria Connolly
Director
Paula McFetridge
Cast
Mabel: Maria Connolly
Various: Jo Donnelly
Crew
Designer: Elle Kent
Stage Manager: Monica McNally Producers: Zoe Fox and Dominic Montague
This production gave
audiences the opportunity to experience Castlewellan Castle as they never had
before: through the eyes of one its former residents Mabel Annesley.
With unprecedented access to the
Castle and Grounds, Kabosh created a theatrical journey through time as we
traced the life of the adventurous Mabel, her travels across the world, her
eclectic friends and foes, the home she loved so dearly and the art she created
inspired by the beauty of the Mournes.
Taking place within the Castle and
its grounds, Mabel and her many acquaintances were brought to life through
drama and a hint of the unexpected.
Produced in partnership with Down Arts Centre.
Reviews/Links
“In the course of an hour-long navigation through Kabosh’s site-specific production, Mabel becomes both our guide and our conscience. Played by Connolly herself, it soon becomes clear that, under Paula McFetridge’s gentle direction, this piece is very much a labour of love.” Culture Northern Ireland (full article https://www.culturenorthernireland.org/reviews/drama/mabel)

