Sometimes it takes a girl-sized human to solve an adult-sized problem.
Peggy O’Hegarty and her parents are packers. They squeeze fruit into tins, foxes into boxes, even bikes into brown paper bags. And all the while Peggy sings with the voice of an angel – a grossly unfortunate angel, who can’t sing at all.
But one day work stops working, and the jobs stop coming, and Peggy steps outside to find that winter has arrived… and everyone in her city gone! Ingenious performer Louis Lovett leads the audience on an untamed adventure that crosses snowy lands and wild seas. As Peggy desperately tries to save the day, we learn about love, loss, the reassurance of goats, and the courage to sing gloriously on or off-key.
Directed by one of Ireland’s most celebrated directors (recipient of The Irish Times Special Tribute Award 2009 for her contribution to Irish Theatre). Performed by Ireland’s most experienced and critically acclaimed actor for young audiences. Written by one of the most exciting new voices in Children’s Theatre today.
Suitable for ages 7+.
Please note: This production contains some strobe lighting for a very short scene.
This production is presented by The Ark in association with Theatre Lovett
Read Louis Lovett’s Top Ten Reasons You Should See The Girl Who Forgot To Sing Badly
Booking Details
On the Peacock stage
Tuesday 12 – Saturday 30 April
Tickets:
Adult €15, Concession (Mon – Fri) €10
Family of 4 (max. 2 adults) €40.
Schools Performances €7/€5
(Concessions are available to Equity, Student, Senior 65+ unwaged and those parenting)
School shows: Tues 12 – Thurs 14 April.
School performances times: 10.15am, 12.15am
Please contact the Box Office on (01) 87 87 222 for information on school rates and booking.
Easter holiday family show times:
Sat 16, 2pm & 4pm,
Mon 18, 2pm & 4pm
Tue 19, 2pm
Wed 20, Thu 21, 2pm & 4pm
Sat 23, 4pm & 7pm,
Tues 26, 2pm & 4pm,
Wed 27, 2pm
Thurs 28, Fri 29 2pm & 4pm,
Sat 30 Apr, 4pm & 7pm
Related Events
A family workshop with Louis Lovett: How do actors play?
Wednesday 27April 3.30 – 4.30 pm
More information
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And Also…
Ten Reasons Why You Should See The Girl Who Forgot to Sing Badly
Louis Lovett outlines a list of his top ten reasons to see The Girl Who Forgot to Sing Badly
NEWS 7 Apr 2011
And Also…
Videos: The Girl Who Forgot to Sing Badly
louis lovett from FíS Community on Vimeo.
NEWS 1 Mar 2011
REVIEWS: WHAT THE CRITICS SAID
See all reviews‘The theatrical equivalent of going to bed on Christmas Eve.’
‘…I may not have had any flowers to throw on stage but, had we known that the story
demanded it, we would surely have obliged.’
‘The Ark and Theatre Lovett are equally adept at cramming big talent into a modest package with
their delightfully effervescent new production…chock full with playfulness and rich ideas…Lovett’s
endlessly engaging presence… never missing a chance to respond to the chuckles, gasps and
vocal contributions of his audience with witty ad-libs, Lovett makes the experience seem as natural
and interactive as a warm hug… ingenious set…Like Lynne Parker’s production, it spills surprises
with every manoeuvre…Indeed, the entire show hums with nimble, exploratory intelligence.’
‘Throw in a villain called Peter, a mouse called Hildegard, a boat and a heap of wordplay, and
you’ve as much for adults as for children…tickles the heart strings as much as the funny-bone.’
‘Kruckemeyer is a significant force in theatre for young people…one of the best plays for children’
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