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1978

The Slab Boys

Written by John Byrne

Play Details

Context

Artistic Director 
Stuart Burge

Co-production with Traverse Theatre

Dates Performed

Wednesday 18th October 1978
Jerwood Theatre Upstairs

Play Details

Synopsis

Phil McCann is a sharp-witted, rebellious young man with aspirations of attending art school, and escaping the drudgery of factory life. His workmate and sidekick, Spanky Farrell, is a flamboyant character with a passion for rock ‘n’ roll and American culture. Together, they navigate the rocky road to adulthood, dealing with their love interests, oppressive work environment, and their desire for a life beyond the confines of their current circumstances.

“The Slab Boys” is the first in a trilogy of plays, followed by “Cuttin’ a Rug” and “Still Life,” which continue to follow the lives of these characters.

Director(s)

David Hayman

Photo credit

All images credited to David Liddle

Cast & Creative

Cast

Freddie Boardley

Cast

Jim Byars

Cast

Elaine Collins

Cast

Jake D'Arcy

Cast

Pat Doyle

Cast

Julia McCarthy

Cast

Bill McColl

Cast

Carey Wilson

Designer

Grant Hicks

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