Yarns from Hyem by Hooley Theatre

Yarns From Hyem takes you through the highs and lows of love, loss and hope, as a top team of regional talent brings to life 4 powerful short plays in one performance!

A collection of 4 short North East plays. A top team of regional actors, directors and producers bring to life hilarious and heart-warming plays from exciting local writers. Supported by Arts Council England and Cultural Spring, ‘Yarns from Hyem’ takes you through the highs and lows of love, loss and hope, making you laugh and cry in a production that champions North East talent

The Plays & Team

‘The Edge’ by Barbara Williams. Directed by Zoe Murtagh. Performed by Umar Butt & Kieron Michael

‘Boxing’ by Charlie Prothero. Directed by Michael Blair. Performed by Ainsley Fannen & Micky McGregor

‘Ryan’ by Sarah Tarbit. Directed by Zoe Murtagh. Performed by Harriet Ghost

‘Hope That A Flat Door Shuts’ by Claire-Marie Perry. Directed by Michael Blair. Performed by William Wyn Davies

Produced by: Harriet Ghost, Micky McGregor & Lizzie Glazier

Script Development Mentor: Lindsay Rodden

Technical Manager: Darren Lowe

This is a Hooley Theatre production in partnership with Gala Durham, supported by The Cultural Spring, Arts Council England and UK Shared Prosperity Funding (UKSPF).

ABOUT HOOLEY THEATRE

Hooley Theatre are an award-winning company that brings authentic theatre to communities who wouldn't usually access the arts and creates opportunities to develop talent in the North East of England. From social clubs and community centres, to schools and theatres, we work with organisations and communities to deliver high quality performances and projects that improve access to theatre.

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