Worthy but heartfelt drama is a timely reminder of the Troubles
Gerard Humphreys' work always has an earnest quality that deserves full respect
Norah
By Gerard Humphreys
The New Theatre, East Essex Street, Dublin
Rating: ***
Runs until April 20, then touring nationwide
Gerard Humphreys’ grim but heartfelt new play Norah opens with a bloodcurdling scream, delivered by a bearded man wrapped in a filthy blanket. He then shuffles off the stage, never to be seen again. This IRA hunger-striker called Kyran McVeigh may be willing to die for a united Ireland, but he is also ...
