History is brought vividly to life in this soaring new folk musical from Enchanted Croí Theatre
Why you need to see…
In the Midst of Plenty
Roscommon, 1847. The residents of Strokestown Estate struggle to survive against a backdrop of starvation, betrayal and rebellion in this extraordinary new folk musical set at the height of the Great Famine.
It explores important local history
Set in 1847, In the Midst of Plenty centres on the remarkable story of Bridget O’Connor, one of the many beleaguered tenants on Roscommon’s Strokestown Estate as she struggles through the worst ravages of the Great Famine. Faced with the grim prospect of eviction and imminent starvation, desperate residents are forced to reckon with impossible choices in their seemingly unending struggle for survival, ultimately culminating in a grisly plot to assassinate the estate’s landlord Major Denis Mahon.
It combines music and drama to brilliant effect
Produced by Roscommon-based Enchanted Croí Theatre and written by composer Amy Day, In the Midst of Plenty is a story told through song. Featuring sixteen specially-composed original folk songs performed by a brilliant cast and accompanied onstage by acclaimed musicians Neil Fitzgibbon, Grainne Hunt and Jules Stewart, it’s a unique and unforgettable mix of music and drama that brings a fraught and fascinating period of Irish history vividly to life.
It’s getting rave reviews
With a truly stellar cast that includes Longford’s own Niall Brewster, In the Midst of Plenty has been wowing theatre-goers from Sligo to San Diego, as evidenced by these glowing reviews…
This show was absolutely fabulous. The music, the singing, the acting – all outstanding.
In the Midst of Plenty is a powerful, engaging and insightful show that captures the imagination from start to finish. The music, acting, staging and performance were wonderful.
This musical was stunning. Brought tears to my eyes. The performances were faultless.
In the Midst of Plenty is a theatre experience like no other. So make sure to book your tickets now for an unmissable night of incredible music and melodrama.
In the Midst of Plenty
Wednesday 31st May @ 8pm
Main Auditorium