The Hole
Play Details
Context
Artistic Director
George Devine
Dates Performed
Wednesday 2nd April 1958
Main House (Downstairs)
Play Details
Synopsis
A nondescript living room.
Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, a seemingly average couple stumble upon a perplexing hole in their floor. This enigmatic hole serves as the epicenter of their increasingly irrational and nonsensical conversations.
As the narrative progresses, a colorful cast of characters, including a police officer and a psychiatrist, becomes entangled with the enigmatic hole. Through absurd humor and clever wordplay, the play delves into profound themes such as breakdowns in communication, existential bewilderment, and the inherent futility of human existence. The Hole is celebrated for its unorthodox and illogical dialogue, contributing to its surreal and comical ambiance.
Cast & Creative
Cast
Shelia Ballantine
Cast
Nigel Davenport
Cast
Avril Elgar
Cast
Philip Locke
Cast
Robert Stephens
Cast
Toke Townley
Designer
Stanley Rixon
Costume