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Play Details

Context

Artistic Director 
Dominic Cooke

Dates Performed

Friday 1st December 2006
Jerwood Theatre Upstairs

Play Details

Synopsis

Claire Munonyedi, a 35-year-old identity actualizer, is at the heart of the collaboratively written play “CATCH” by April De Angelis, Stella Feehily, Tanika Gupta, Chloe Moss, and Laura Wade. The play navigates through the lives of various characters, including Claire’s clients and their complex interactions. Set in diverse locations such as an office and an underpass, the narrative unfolds through a series of intense and thought-provoking scenes that explore the themes of identity, social inequality, and personal transformation. Claire’s interactions with characters like Andrea, Maya, and Fatima, highlight the struggles and resilience of individuals seeking to reclaim or redefine their identities amidst societal pressures.

The play delves into themes of identity, social inequality, and personal empowerment. It is a drama structured in an episodic format with a linear narrative that captures the nuanced and often stark realities of the characters’ lives. The settings shift from the clinical environment of Claire’s office to the threatening and unpredictable underpass, underscoring the contrast between the characters’ internal and external worlds.

Cast & Creative

Cast

Kathryn Drysdale

Cast

Farzana Dua Elahe

Cast

Niamh Webb

Cast

Tanya Moodie