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To celebrate the 250th play of A Play A Pie & A Pint, we invite you to come and join The Party on Saturday 3rd March.
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Only one week until we open the new season! Watch this interview with Jo Clifford, talking about the first play Sex, Chips and the Holy Ghost
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Catch this video trailer for the first play in our new season, Sex, Chips and the Holy Ghost. Sex, Chips and the Holy Ghost from Stuart Platt on Vimeo. “A transsexual nun, a gay priest, [...]
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David Maclennan
said about: Sex, Chips and the Holy Ghost TRAILER
Happy New Year to all you Play/Pie/Pinters. I'm very much looking forward to seeing you back at Oran Mor when the new season kicks off - we've got some cracking shows for you between now and the beginning of June. Paddy Cunneen is taking 'Fleeto!' and 'Wee Andy' to the Adelaide Festival in February, Mull Theatre are touring Martin McCardie's 'From Paisley to Paolo' and Andy Duffy's 'Waterproof' on a six week Highland and Island tour starting in March and Gerda Stevenson is going to New York with Dave Anderson in April to 59 East 59th Theatre to do her play 'Federer versus Murray.' So where Glasgow leads the rest of the World follows. Very best wishes, David MacLennan
maureen henderson
said about: A Play A Pie and A Panto: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
you did not need the other six ..the seventh was funny enough.............very good
Patrick McErlane
said about: Christmas Pantomime: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
Hi, Attended the 3 o'clock performance of panto yesterday. Thouroughly enjoyed it, very funny. Would it be possible for you to name the full cast? Thanks
Alice Doyle
said about: Christmas Pantomime: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
Hilarious stuff!! Well done everyone, thanks for kicking off Christmas for us!!
Dianne Kerr
said about: Christmas Pantomime: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
First time at this type of event and loved it. Brought my husband as we rarely get to act like big kids and that's what the show is all about. Reliving childhood pantos but with a XXX status... The characters were very good and we laughed almost constantly throughout at the tongue in cheek humour. I commented to my husband on the way out that it's not surprising that there were almost 400 of an audience. You could see that the cast were having such a good time, it was so evident on the stage you couldnt help feeling it too. Well done everyone and Merry Christmas.... X
Wee Johnnie's Brither
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
See Woe Shite, whit a fucking laff! Filled ma nappies it wiz that guid. . . . and the beer wiz guid tae,so it wiz. . . Here's strength tae yir elbow. Nae hauf, Johnnie's brither (aged 3)
admin
said about: Christmas Pantomime: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
Hi Julie. The Panto last for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. We have a performance at 1pm Monday - Saturday, with extra performances at 3pm on Wed 14th, Fri 16th, Sat 17th, Wed 21st, Thurs 22nd, Fri 23rd and Sat 24th. PPP Team.
julie
said about: Christmas Pantomime: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
how long is the panto/what time does it end, please (have to consider public transport home!)
admin
said about: Christmas Pantomime: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
Hi Glen. The Panto is written with our usual adult audience in mind and contains some language which some parents might not think suitable for their children. Hope this has been helpful. PPP Team
Glen Houten
said about: Christmas Pantomime: Snow White and the Seventh Dwarf
Hi - Just wondered if this is an adult play?
mo cullen
said about: Bite the Bullet - Video Interview
Bite the bullet - A laugh, a tear, a song amazing.
George Cameron
said about: Jen Hainey
Did you see Britannia Rules at the Gaiety in Ayr that's where I saw it!!
George Cameron
said about: The Kiss
When The Kiss by Murray Watts opened I thought it was going to be a play about memory loss, but as the two characters Man and Woman interact it becomes a play about snatches of memory remembered. Who are the Characters, husband and wife, young lovers, Mother and Son? I think the answer to that is yes. Through the two actors we get snapshots of what has been played out and thought while sitting on that park bench. Both actors always framing the brass memorial “In Loving Memory” which was the central point to the play.
Gordon Ross
said about: David Hayman reprises his role in 'Six and a Tanner' at Oran Mor
Is there a list of where David Haymans play six and a tanner is playing. Thanks.
Harry Kielty
said about: The Murder of Geoffrey Robbins
Geoff??????dead????? noooooooooooooooooooooo...... sorry sons
jim kennedy
said about: Critics' Circle Winner
A beautifully crafted little play of an ideal size for a Play, a Pie and a Pint. The arid relationship between the two characters was underscored with some clever dialogue, the choreography was brilliantly conceived and equally brilliantly executed by the actors-it was balletic at times. The set was wonderful as was the lighting and effects. Yet by the end I was profoundly unmoved, feeling no empathy with either character. I didn't really care whether they were in Dublin, Galway or Helmand. Still-maybe next week!
Jackie Patterson
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Patsy Cline and a bottle of Wine was absolutely brilliant. I don’t usually bother to write in but we haven’t seen a show this good in years! Will it be coming back? All four of us were knocked out, I’d be back tomorrow if I had a ticket, it was worth every penny. More shows like this please! Jackie P.
Anna Redmayne
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Wow! I saw your production of Patsy Cline last night and it was absolutely stunning. I haven’t enjoyed a show so much in years. There were 3 generations of us at the show and we were all knocked out. Who needs the West End of London when our own West end is bringing us top class entertainment like this? I recommend this show, to everyone, it’s outstanding. Thankyou.
admin
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
All the programme information is listed in the 'Plays' section of the website. Hope this helps. PPP team
K SLATER
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
took my grandaughter ( 16)to aplay a pie and a pint in july and she loved it and keeps asking when we can go back is there anything on in the afternoon again please let me know as i cant find anything on the web site
eleanor wark
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
I have seen many shows at the Oran Mor but tonights performance of Patsy Cline and a Bottle of Wine took my breath away.. it’s a long time since I’ve been in a theatre and felt such a collective sense of pure enjoyment. As an audience we were brilliantly entertained by a small but hugely talented cast, the story telling was superb and the ensemble playing terrific . Gail Watson is a tour de force, holding the audience spellbound with a mesmerising central performance. I am not a big country music fan and had to be dragged along, but I can honestly say it doesn’t matter whether you’re a Patsy Cline fan or not, this show reaches parts other theatre gets nowhere near – the audience were stamping for an encore and got one, we ended up dancing in the aisles… when did that last happen in a theatre? Thankyou Oran Mor for a great night out.
lesley paterson
said about: You Cannot Go Forward From Where You Are Right Now
Well acted. It was one of those plays one did not quite get into at the time, but when thought about later the stories told all came together.The father and daughter scenes were all too familiar. Phone technology has skipped ganerations! The radio presenters and public phone-ins were so real but not willing to hear peoples real problems. The man with dodgy sat nav to the pub was so let down by police and ambulance communications when he had his accident. The dog survived! Love to see it again. Man with dog directed by sat nav? to pub. We hear radio communication with police accident and ambulance to save drink related accident victim.Dog has survived.
Christine and Stephen Curran
said about: Supply
Supply 'covered' a master class in comic delivery. It was all there, quick fire timing, pathos and innuendo , culminating in hilarious use of interactive classroom technology. The parts played by Chelsea, Shannon and Mr Small were inspired casting. Truly this was Cfe - comedy for excellence!
Dominic
said about: Angels
Saw this last week, loved it. Well done to Iain Robertson for putting on such a great performance.
Robin Ewart
said about: Cathy Forde
This is a beautifully observed piece of writing about how a young man on his first day as a supply teacher is bullied by a couple of teenaged girls. The situation has probably been experienced by many young teachers but Cathy Forde probably draws more humour from the young man's predicament than would actually happen in real life. Brilliantly acted by a young cast, including a real sixth former; we hope they all go far. An enjoyable and funny lunch time experience.
Yvonne McHardy
said about: Another Four Stars for Angels ****
I was very impressed with Ian Robertson's perfomance in Angels. His portrayal of the lonley, confused and downright terrified security guard Nick Prentice was amazing. i was drawn into the interview room and went through every emotion with him as he tried to come to terms with was happening. I hung on his every word, felt every drip of his sweat,his panic gripped me and i stayed with him in that small grubby room until the light finally went out.
Louise Smith
said about: [ neh - see -ens ] written by Gabriel Robertson
I also saw this play on Friday. I really enjoyed the show however I felt that it could have done with another weeks rehearsal. The performances were fine, however one of the cast looked a bit lost at times. Sitting at the back I wasn't able to hear a lot of the dialogue, and at times I could only hear Scott Cadenhead who seemed to be the only one able to use his voice and project. and for me he stole the show with wonderful comedic moments. I hope this show gets another chance and that we get to see this play again. Can't wait to see the season of plays at Play, Pie and a Pint, I wish they'd put some of those plays on at night.
Stephen Graham
said about: [ neh - see -ens ] written by Gabriel Robertson
Really enjoyed it. Highly recommend if it comes back.
Lyndsay McKenzie
said about: [ neh - see -ens ] written by Gabriel Robertson
Agreed. Didn't know much about the play, but had seen one of the actors before. Still though, what a fantastic play. My only criticism; it was too short!
Gary Chesire
said about: [ neh - see -ens ] written by Gabriel Robertson
I popped along on impulse to see this, without knowing much about it. I frequently visit Oran Mor for their play, pie and pint plays, so I thought at worst, it's be ok. To say I was pleasantly surprised is an understatement. The play was totally different from what I was expecting, with a strange take on the usual 3 act structure. Light shows, sound only portions and only a second act that consisted of actors was as fresh as it was intelligent. Not knowing any of the names involved turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Paul Cassidy as John was great, Scott Campbell as Mark was mesmorizing and the script was multilayered with tension, drama and at times outright hilarity. The direction of the play was sleek and composed; why have I not heard of this guy? I will eagerly look out for anything involving the guys from now on and highly recommend you do the same! 5 stars! Gary
Catherine Czerkawska
said about: Jen Hainey
One of the best and most sympathetic directors I've ever had the privilege of working with! And she's right - the Oran Mor is a shining exception to the general rule that women do tend to struggle in Scottish theatre.
Wim de Vos
said about: Summer Panto: Goldilocks and the Glasgow Fair
I was over from Holland for three days and saw the show with 3 friends of mine. We all had a great time especially the end song was great!!!!
Jason Park
said about: Summer Panto: Goldilocks and the Glasgow Fair
My aunt brought me to a play a pie and a pint or in my case a diet coke. I loved the set desgin and the amazing actors and it was only when i got home that i found out my Dad used to have a pint with Dave Anderson. The story of the play related to the young and old the atmoshpere was amazing. I had a giggle off stage beacuse there was a group of older women in front of us 5 of them had champagne with rasberrys in them but the oldest woman had a pint why not. But the side jokes were perfect and the accsents were bang on. But the best part for mee was the way the actors used old Glasgow toung. but dave anderson was great at acting drunk brill act 10 out of 10 or 5 starts loved it
Mal Cornass
said about: Summer Panto: Goldilocks and the Glasgow Fair
This theatrical experience crosses somewhere between a traditional end of the pier show in the style of "Oh what a lovely war" with its primary colours and ensemble players and a good old fashioned Scottish Pantomime from the 50s or 60s. The content is far from old fashioned. It plays with your expectations and experience of pantomime. Written with great style, not a moment wasted and played with all the gusto and irreverence that makes a Scottish pantomime so different from an English one. Scottish pantomime stars from Harry Gordon to Gerard Kelly would have loved to have been in this show.
maureen henderson
said about: Dave Anderson and David MacLennan
loved the show today you worked your sock off................... paisley girl
Hugh Boyd
said about: Summer Panto: Goldilocks and the Glasgow Fair
David MacLennan and Dave Anderson’s great script of Goldilocks and the Glasgow Fair inspired a multi-role-ing cast in a rollicking panto. Super stage designs let Heather Malcolm and Emma Sweeney turn the paddle steamer Waverley into a forest. Dave Anderson, on-board inebriated puppeteer, switched Granny’s, Juliet Cadzow, granddaughter into Cora Bissett’s feisty Goldilocks who met various human creepy crawlies in the woods. Gavin Wright was multi-brilliant. There was a whiff of nostalgia but not too Molly Weir! Our side sang loudest – Oh Yes we did. Hats off to the technical wizards at the back controlling the music and lights.
Lynn Drennan
said about: Summer Panto: Goldilocks and the Glasgow Fair
We were still laughing half way up Great Western Road! A rip-roaring, audience participating hoot of a show that had holding our sides and wiping away the tears... The whole cast was great but the Uncle Archie and Teddy Bears characters were pure dead brilliant!!
Gerard Connolly
said about: Summer Panto: Goldilocks and the Glasgow Fair
The whole thing was absolute nonsense, in the age old tradition of a pantomime, winter or summer. The talented boys and girls on stage certainly enjoyed it and the audience cheered them on... Oh no they didn't! Oh yes..... enough of that. The repeated use of the word "shite" lost its impact after the first time and Maggie Thatcher being rising from the undead was unimaginative. The enjoyment of the audience said it all, and the pie was good.
Joe Haggart
said about: Classic Cuts Season: A Midsummer Night's Dream Adapted by Andy Gray
Having performed as Bottom at school in 1960 I could only look on in admiration as I was shown how the part should have been played. The excellent cast truely did cast a spell over the audience as well as Titania with their wit and proffesionalism. The players showed that Shakespeare had a wicked sense of humour that brout the characters to life.
Clive Bell
said about: Classic Cuts Season: Wind in the Pines (Matsukaze) Adapted by Paddy Cunneen
Hi, I'm Clive Bell and I'm playing music in the Matsukaze Noh play. I just wanted to clear up a small point: a Noh play doesn't normally last five hours. One play takes around an hour, and a Japanese audience would go to an afternoon of plays - say, three Noh plays and two short "Kyogen" comedies - stretching over 5 or 6 hours. During that time you can come and go, leave the auditorium for a drink or tea and cake, return refreshed to see your favourite actor, and so on. It's a relaxed but highly literary way of spending a day. So our version of Matsukaze is not really condensed, but a similar length to the real thing. Meanwhile, thanks for all the great audience feedback,and it's been a great pleasure playing at Oran Mor. Best wishes, Clive.
Richard Morrow
said about: Sins of the Fathers
This was my first visit to the Play/Pie/Pint and what a stormer. Hayman and Scanlan were fantastic. I'll be back for plenty more of this stuff. If you haven't been, go.
Amy Gilmartin
said about: Top Table
Dear Craig and Michelle, Thank you so much for inviting me to your special day. I enjoyed the wedding pie. And everything and everyone looked beautiful. Don’t worry that it wasn’t perfect Michelle. Every bride wants a fairy tale wedding, but we all can’t be Kate. Weddings tend to bring out the worst in families. Like many weddings I have been to, I found the speeches a little long – but that tends to happen at weddings! I think your dad was a little high spirited (with the special day, and, well, the drink). All the best for your future.
Hugh Kelly
said about: Top Table
It was with a little more trepadation than usual that I made my way up Byres Road this week, as I was introducing two English friends to Oran Mor's famous Play, Pie and a Pint. Would they understand the West of Scotland humour once they mastered the accent? The second and third elements went down a treat, as they scoffed down the pie and quaffed the white wine with unusual Southern gusto. When the lights dimmed and the main event (for me) got underway the Top Table filled the stage in such a way that it became the stage itself. When the father of the bride and the best man took their places and faced the "guests" without bride, groom or bridesmaid it was evident that there had been a stramash off stage. Encouraged by frequent visits to his beerr glass, the father meandered through a family history, often going off message to fire barbed darts at various members of this dysfunctional family. It was becoming obvious that the hours old wedding was in trouble and great efforts were being made off stage to patch things up by the bridesmaid, Shilpa. At last when the father had exhausted his venom and most of the booze on the table, the best man, his son rose to his feet to give his take on the proceedings. Both speeches were long and wordy but delivered by two excellent actors with great passion and comic timing. Even the the F word, not usual at wedding speeches, was used to great effect and never did I feel like they were dragging out the script. When, mid speech, the bride arrived, she brought with her an air of pathos along with the best line in the play regarding her Hindu bridesmaid at their hen do. By this time the audience were almost twitching in their seats hoping for news of a happy ending to the big day but the groom didn't appear and the bride gave us no hope of a reconcilliation. Rob Drummond sent us away smiling but also reflecting on, what seemed to be the underlying moral message, that, try as we might, perfection is beyond us and even the Royal Family fall short when it comes to marriage. The play ticked all the boxes for me and I would recomment it to anyone, even F---ing Jackie Bird.
Grace Mackinnon
said about: Thank God for John Muir
A bare stage with a single chair and a woman in black playing the small pipes – were we in for an hour’s dreich? John Muir’s quietly hypnotic and poetic monologue of his young life and his growing love of the natural world seeped into the bones and the mind; little for us to see but much to imagine. Garry Collins’s performance was at once restrained and passionate (only in the last few seconds did we actually see his eyes unbound and open) while Annie Grace’s sympathetic musical accompaniment helped create exactly the right unobtrusive backdrop. A small gem of a play, an unexpected delight.
annie knight
said about: Thank God for John Muir
Well done Garry , I heard you were amazing, not surprised, your Aeriel view is great what a Photo. Have a wonderful week and a last night party. Hugs Annie.x.x
Robin Paine
said about: Thank God for John Muir
A tour de force! A blinded John Muir in Wisconsin at 28 remembers the natural beauty of his Scottish and American worlds with a poetic and anguished monologue. As his sight returns unexpectedly he pledges to protect the natural world. Award-winning Playwright, Andrew Dallmeyer accurately draws on his knowledge and love of the ecology of Muir's birthplace, Dunbar, East Lothian while Collin's Muir journey's towards the light.
Jen Thomson
said about: From Paisley to Paolo
I just wanted to say that my friend and I thoroughly enjoyed this play! The three characters were played brilliantly and my face hurt from laughing so much! Thanks for a great time!
Ian McSeveny
said about: Miracle
The young Einstein is entranced by the beauty of conceptual physics and of physical love. But one will dominate to the detriment of the other. The dialogue, making impressive use of Einstein’s own words, clearly captures the relentless intellect expanding beyond Newton into a theory of space-time culminating in the miracle year 1905, while neglecting the mundane practicalities and inevitable consequences of living with his betrothed. McCartney has created her own curved world space-time-life continuum on that small stage where the two actors successfully convey the limitation of a relationship constrained by the (gravitational) distortion of time-life by genius.
Mary Boyle
said about: From Paisley to Paolo - Four Stars ****
Martin McCardie's black comedy from Paisley to Paulo deals with a variety of themes,in a witty and sometimes hilarious manner.Urban decay and its accompanying hopelessness, friendship and gender stereotyping are explored by Jack, Mavis and Charlie the play's three characters skillfully portrayed by James Young,James Kirk and Alan Tripney. Whilst hugely enjoying the performance, I feel the piece would be served far more effectively via the medium of a short film as it has a distintive "road" feel waiting to be explored and developed to a greater degree. It also possesses a wealth of latent visual classic comedic possibilities, such as the hearse and the mobile handset offering hope like an updated Pandora's box.
nan.wallace
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
I was the one who handed David MacLennan a table mat on which I'd jotted down some ideas re a title for the summer panto (when I was at the venue for the Xmas panto). Couldn't believe it when I saw that my brainchild - "Goldilocks and the Glasgow fair" had actually been used! Feel free to give him my e-mail address so he can congratulate me on my inspired thinking!!! Can't wait to see it!! Nan
Jane Grove
said about: The End of Hope, The End of Desire
"Famous" poet abandons Dispatches and throws caution to the wind in secret liaison with oversized mouse. Big brother addict has one-night stand with man whose hair is not as nice as Tony Blair's. A hilarious clashing of cultural references in this week's outstanding offering at Oran Mor has the audience weeping with laughter. If you only see one Play, a Pie and a Pint this season make it this one. You'll be hooked.
George Cameron
said about: Helen Kluger Video Interview
Superb play, just to let you know when you click buy now for Goose it comes to product not found. link here http://www.audible.co.uk/aduk/site/product.jsp?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&p=BK_KLUG_000001UKs Worth letting Helen know as sales this week could be high, after the magnificent Dacha All the best G
Fergus Morgan
said about: Helen Kluger Video Interview
Wonderful, wonderful, if you have a free lunchtime go along to this deeply moving play. It keeps you gripped.
Karen Mount
said about: Helen Kluger Video Interview
I DID catch the Dacha and thank the heavens I did, what a theatrical treat. Such believable and substantial performances. The piece is written in such a way that it draws you in, the two women and their SECRETS....heartbreaking but most of all a lesson and example of well structuted and imaginative writing. Very atmospheric. Well done indeed and thank you for great entertainment.
Kulaska Mulkovich
said about: Helen Kluger Video Interview
I happened upon this play yesterday lunchtime and it transported me back to my youth, as a ballerina. This was a twohander completely rivetting. The performers inhabited their roles totally and if you want to see examples of what acting is really about go and see this. The ballerina, had SUCH stage presence, I took my son who is 14 and he was engrossed. The ballerina's maid was superb and I really dont think there is a better way to spend a chilly Scottish lunchtime than watching this highly well written piece.
christine Kavanagh
said about: Helen Kluger Video Interview
Sounds fascinating wish I was local to the theatre to see the production. Good Luck
karen mount
said about: Helen Kluger Video Interview
What an eloquent and intelligent and funny writer, I shall certainly be downloading her play on line and am anxious to catch the Dacha.
J.Gordon-Smith
said about: St Catherine’s Day
If last week's lunchtime comedy were a type of food, it might be a great big Chocolate Brazil. Sweet, tasty and good for you - in 'St Catherine's Day' written by the UK's answer to Randy Newman - Michael Marra gives us a short lesson in sincerity revealed through panto timing and 'melt-in-the mouth' Irish humour. Featuring the gentle and comic talents of Ewan Donald and Richard Conlon, under Marra's affectionate confection lies an important message about the cult of personality and the demise of faith. With crisp direction by Jemima Lewick and ingenious comic devise by Patrick McGurn, 'St Catherine's Day' plays Dundee Repertory Theatre 'til April 9th. It could do with longer - oh and maybe a prequel - but suck it and see.
Tom Pow
said about: Mike Gonzalez
Terrific conversation. Unfortunately, I was not able to attend the performances, but I sense the excitement and the scope of the series from this engaging interview.
Joe Haggart
said about: **** Four Stars for Saint Catherine's Day
ST CATHERINE'S DAY...what a wonderful play featuring a myriad of comic characters,some more intentional than others, with a cast of three.Special mention must go to Ewan Donald for portaying such a diverse array of talent.I'm sure many heads were nodding in agreement at the conversation between the two singers in the hotel bar.The final realisation that the old way was the best would I am sure be echoed by the majority of the audience.
Frances Tennant
said about: St Catherine’s Day
Really enjoyed the play today.wonderful characterisations.Very impressed that Ewan Donald coped so well in changing his role so often.The singing was lovely,beautiful ballad towards the end of the play.It was a most enjoyable hour!
Julia Gordon-Smith
said about: One Night in Iran
In 'One Night in Iran' the dialogue revolves around an Emperor sized bed - a perfect metaphor for the emotional and legal barriers separating our two adulterous lovers. We never hear their names, but can testify to their intimacy and strangeness, passions and doubts. Nabil Stuart's passivity & soft tones help convey a certain ineptness at duplicity which may sentence both characters to death; whilst Amiera Darwish exquisitly conveys the rage and defiance at a faith which entraps her with it's hypocrisy. The lovers' faith triumphs the hour, but we leave the theatre sadly uncertain for their future. (97 words)
Charlie Stuart
said about: The Soap Hour: The Light of Her Eyes
Brilliant. Absorbing and amazing. The story of real life tragedy presented on top of the melodrama of a radio soap opera. Cleverly staged and seamlessly interweaving music that would have been worth the ticket money alone. What a multi-talented cast ! Shame it's not touring. The house was full but there's a bigger audience for theatre this good.
Margaret Bickerton
said about: The Soap Hour: The Light of Her Eyes
One of the best plays I have seen at Oran Mor. All the actors were superb.
Carol H
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
I went to the Oran Mor PPP season at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry late summer - and really enjoyed not just the plays but the whole experience and this way of seeing theatre. Please can you come again? I hope so. Carol
Stephen Mitchell
said about: Four Parts Broken by Fernanda Jaber
In a succession of two-handers we meet four vulnerable and damaged people. Two boys on the cusp of adulthood and an estranged couple. Despite the action beginning with the discovery of a rather grisly body-part in a bag, the play is more concerned with peeling away the layers of denial and bravado that the characters hide behind. Each successive pairing explores a different facet of each character, neatly dovetailing their back-story with the present action. I was left with a greater understanding and sympathy for characters desperate to love and to be loved.
alastair mcfarlane
said about: Bunnies
What we seek from the script of our lunch time escapism is entertainment, thought provoking at times, humorous at others, perhaps with a little nudge to make us think further about the plot. Bunnies satisfied all those criteria...and, indeed, a whole lot more since here we found three actors giving of their all in fantastic performances. Each got right under their character and, from this, gave us the type of theatre we can now depend on a Play, a Pie and a Pint providing. This was indeed superb entertainment a great script and exceptional acting
thom cross
said about: Programme Announced
Should there be a slip and you need one more play may I propse my adaption 'I'm a dug' from 'the Manwho turned into a dog' by Osvaldo Dragun tm cross
admin
said about: The Sunday Lesson Review
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Mrs E. Kavanagh
said about: The Sunday Lesson Review
Trying to enter competition for season passes worth £280 for Play Pie and A Pint as advertised in Fridays Evening Times 14th Jan. Can you tell me exactly where this site is to enter as I can't find it on great.giveaways@heraldandtimes.couk
Robert Wilson
said about: Casablanca (The Lunchtime Cut)
Being so close to the actors really delivered the emotional punch that this story is renowned for....love sacrificed for a greater cause...still fill up at the memory of it!
Dave H
said about: Sleeping Beauty
Went to Oran Mor last Saturday and saw this play. It was hysterical and I really recommend it if you want to see a pantomime for adults. 5 star entertainment from some local celebs.
Sarah McIlraith
said about: Sleeping Beauty
Heard it was brilliant Very sorry that our Studio Arts Forum in Cumbernauld could not attend due to bus cancellation due to bad weather conditions.
Beverley Brown
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
...and ignore the crappy sentence structure and spelling mistakes. I was sipping sambuka and crabbys ginger wine...while I pondered what to write.
Beverley Brown
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Wish I'd sat in Ann Marie Di Mambro's seat so I couldv'e kissed Sandy Nelson. But then, so did we Mairead Martin...and I'm not sure but Phillip Larkin may have been in there too! Nah...just kidding. I do know our darling course tutor (Ann Marie) kicked her heels up like Dorothy all the way home. Brilliant multi-panto, excellent use of space, imagination, narrative and audience participation. Well done to you all for making me stop assessing the structure as I sat, and dragging me (albeit kicking and screaming) in to audience participate. I don't think I've sang in public since I was in the school choir. :D
Ali Catterall
said about: The House
Lovers of black comedies, particularly the work of Martin McDonagh (In Bruges), will be in their element here, with this savagely funny short from actor/writer Steve McNicoll and director Sacha Kyle The set-up's simple enough: workmen Jerry and Joe (Lewis Howden and James Young) shoot the breeze downstairs on matters of the heart, while their Yeats-spouting colleague 'Mad' Jim Black (Kieran Cunningham, in a role specially written for him) makes one hell of a racket upstairs. The exact nature of the 'building' work being carried out, or of Jerry and Joe's conversation and its outcome, is left for the audience to ponder (uncomfortably, after lights out). Shocking, surprising - and surprisingly moving, The House features sterling work from the three leads and lines that will nest in your head for days afterwards. (Just don't ask the precise meaning of the phrase "Idi Amin with his arms folded".)
Mary Cameron
said about: Songs of Joyce
We introduced two friends to their first visit to a play a pie and a pint. What an introduction for them, this was first class entertainment of a very high standard, thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish. The girls were vocally and visually brilliant. Bring them back again. Well done "A Play a Pie and a Pint"
mark harrison
said about: The Woman from the North
can i buy a audio cd fo the play the woman form the north Iam a dementia trainer and it would make a powerfull toot to change the old culture it would be a great dvd also are there any copies any were that i can buy best wishes Mark
John Turner-Layden
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Thank you for my first experience of your (PPP),brings me back to my young life. Alhough lets me know my past life,there is much more to my life than this. I am almost (70 Years) old and have a much more life. Although brought up un the gorbals,i had a great time for large families which i was the oldes of nine.Ever been to a residential school ,not an approved school. If you would like some old stories ,let me know. Yours, J.L.
Jock Barge
said about: One Gun
Is public art simply a worthless bourgeois imposition? It’s rare to find a writer tackle such a question directly, but Ian Low’s ‘One Gun’ grabs it by the throat. Set in a small Scottish town following a boy’s death, the story follows his mother, a UN arms decomissioner and a public artist as they meet to plan the official response. Clashes ensue as we explore the three troubled backstories and watch each struggle with their own loneliness and futility. The result is a vivid and credible show that is by turns coarse, cynical and quietly peculiar, yet ultimately curiously affecting.
Martin Farrer
said about: 200th Play
Drained glass – ate pie: What followed in 20 odd plays:- Laughed, cried, thought, sang, agreed, identified, disagreed, marvelled, nearly wet myself( Thanks to Andy Gray) Felt as though we had been at a wonderful birthday party – tried singing ” Bring on the Pies” on the train home – well done Oran Mor
Jean Reid
said about: Critics' Circle Competition Winner
Thanks for reply online - checked my junk mail and found your original message: can't think why it should have landed there. Anyway I now have confirmation and will present it at bar today if I make the show. Cheers! Jean
Beth Cullen
said about: 200th Play
200th Play - absolutely fantastic! We also saw Linda McLean's play a couple of weeks back. Loved the subject and thought it perfectly cast. We never miss a Panto a Pie and a Pint. Is there any chance of it ever continuing between Xmas and New Year?
admin
said about: Critics' Circle Competition Winner
Hi Jean. I emailed through a confirmation email to the address that was supplied by yourself when you submitted your review. It may be the case that the email didn't make it through. I will email again, but please do get in touch if you do not receive this (Oran Mor 0141 357 6200). Sarah
A.Lindsay
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
I saw Calais at the weekend and cannot help feeling somewhat frustrated. I felt the script was weak which resulted in the actors having a difficult task.The sun was shining outside and it was a holiday weekend which may have been responsible for the emptry seats. I love PPP and have seen many memorable shows uhnfortunately this wasn't one of them.
Karen Galbraith
said about: The Sunday Lesson
I haven't laughed so much in a long time. This was my first visit to Oran Mor and I hope many more to come. GREAT.
Jean Reid
said about: Calais
Nelson is dead, and his mistress and daughter have fled to the Channel port where they survive by pawning the last of their finery to keep the landlord at bay and food on the table. But Emma in rich in attitudes – the dramatic poses of classical characters with which she charmed the Hamilton circle – and hopes to impress a French soiree. April de Angelis has created a starring part for Joanna Bacon who, buoyed up by red wine and memories, is ludicrous and pitiable by turns. The anachronistic exchanges with the naive Louise Ford are entertaining but also touching.
David & Yvonne
said about: Calais
Incroyable says nous! Magnifique, cette jolie bon play partly performed en Franglais. Plot follows les jours derniere de poverty struck exiled Emma, Lady Hamilton, , ironically in France, avec daughter Horatia. Her shockingly liberated life, even today, eventually to become Lord Nelson’s mistress. (Could a modern day Nelson survive the scandal of such a risqué woman as Emma) Amazing history at Oran Mor. Wonderful demonstration of Lady Hamilton’s true ‘shawl’ act. Pity Horatia didn’t kiss excellently played Frenchman and turn into the fille-en-law of le maire…if not a Princess. Alors, quell dommage, mais c’est la vie. Encore April De Angelis
T Deveney
said about: Calais
Of a lunchtime I went to a play, That was simply entitled, ‘Calais’. Twas about an old lady Who was not in her heyday And yet she could still shout Allez! Her husband had died out at sea, A lonely, single mother was she. She had gone to the dogs when he popped his clogs Stuck in France without a bonne nuit. Penniless, she still managed to drink, But really had reached the brink. She took to her bed, Then woke up dead And her daughter was back in the pink.
Krista Kleinberg
said about: The Uncertainty Files
One thing is certain in this week’s play: the three actors who play the part of 13 interviewees posed with the question,”What can you be certain of in this life?”, deliver word perfect performances (‘ums and ‘ahs’ included). The audience become a fly on the wall of what feels like a giant therapy session and what unravels from the apparent minutaie of our everyday insecurities about who we think we are and who and what shapes and defines us, is a long thread that in some way connects us in the context of a wider world where we often feel alone.
A Strachan
said about: In the Pipeline
Mixed performances but good way to spend a lunch time. It was an interesting idea – 3 stories, told in monologue form, linked by the theme of the closing of a power station. The first story was engagingly performed, with humour and conviction. So too was the last story.Meg Wynn Owen has a lovely voice and drew one into her story.(I recognised her as the a well known cast member of Upstairs Downstairs) The second story was less well thought out, a little forced and the actor nervous and forgetful.Worth a look.
J M Gordon
said about: Fly Me To The Moon
If life is a tragedy to those who feel, and a comedy to those who think, then death provides a bit of both in this hilarious play by Marie Jones. The ubiquity of the dead Davie means that we never lose sight of the serious issues it raises as we follow the exploits of Frances and Loretta.The success of the play lies in the fact that as we blink away tears of laughter in the brightness of the day, we are left contemplating important questions about old age, disability and loneliness and wondering what kind of society pays the mimimum wage to those who serve the community so well.
Jim Crawley
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Excellent play today, been coming to the shows since they started. Great writing and comic timing. PS David do we get the £500 back? Keep up the good work. Jim
admin
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
First play of the Season today. Don't forget to leave a review for our Critics' Circle Competition.
Stephen Henson
said about: Lysistrata by Aristophanes
Oh the banter over a pie and a pint The Greeks have no idea how we can slight The glesca gods of booze, patter and agro All present here in a brammer of a show Colin and Ian grand dames indeed With Ian acting aff his heed Colin plots and plans and teeters With a chorus of chitonisko’ed tweeters Giving voice to songs by McLennan They croon and chirp through to the end an Stumbling over a line or two Do not corpse but see it through Lines may change or stuttered over Action flows and then they go for Ian’s big sex scene Dave’s the husband Erections to deal with in the club land Dave’s on to nowt though Ian leads him on No shag tonight with or without a Trojon Special visitors from Atlanta came to view Lost in translation I think we knew Peace breaks out there’s sex and panting Colin and Ian no more ganting Lights go out and curtain falls Crowd cheers on at the company’s balls What a way to spend an hour Pies all gone and plays all ower Lines though linger and will last Always able to raise a laugh Cleverly written composed and sung By a company cucumberly hung With nothing forthcoming from the treasury I’ve written this at my leisury (understand now?)
alastair mcfarlane
said about: Lysistrata by Aristophanes
All of the cast worked together magnificently well in a superb ending to a brilliant season. No one could do anything other than guffaw at the outrageousness of the whole show not least the asides from the principles. It certainly deserves its X certificate ...as well, of course, as greater exposure! The gallus humour came shining through in almost every line. We shared with the actors the fact that they were really enjoying themselves..and we have two new magical ugly sisters. What a show...what a finale...we needed something to lift our depressed spirits and the cucumbers certainly helped!
Isobel
said about: Week Three of Corona Classic Cuts (Video Interview)
Brilliant production of this stunning play. A skilled adaptation by the director and a moving portrayal by a hard working cast. The sense of oppression throughout is so tangible that, at times, one almost feels pinned to ones' seat. Strung through with touches of humour there is also a feeling of hope in the face of adversity. Go along if you can...it would be a shame to miss it!
admin
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Hi Paul - All the upcoming plays can be found in the 'Plays' section. You will find the taskbar running along the top of the homepage. Hope this helps!
Paul Rooney
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Please do something with your site. Trying to find out what plays are on for the Play, Pie Pint thing is very difficult.
Hugh Boyd
said about: The Sunday Lesson Review
Unlike the world, the Oran Mor’s Play, Pie and Pint season ended with bangs but no whimpers. The Sunday Lesson was the weekly driving lesson and the cockpit for the changing relations between brash father and laid back son. If that sounds serious it was the opposite. Playwright Cathy Forde’s ear for dialogue and local patter combined with great performances by Jimmy Chisholm and James Young kept the audience laughing. With grey hairs galore in the audience we saw ourselves living through the times when we too adapted as our chicks fled the nest. A great end to the series.
sandra burnett
said about: Game, Set and Match!
What a wonderful play! So much emotion in such a short time.Maureen Beattie is superb and Gerry Mulgrew is a class act. Do not miss this highly topical and emotional play. Well done Gerda.
Irene Robertson
said about: Please Mister (with video interview)
I took my friend to see Please mister. It was her first at a "Play Pie and Pint". We were both totally bowled over by the acting . Superbly done! Thank you for a great experience.
tracey mccarry
said about: Please Mister (with video interview)
brilliant play very sad and worth seeing well done pat need to bring it to rothesay x
Mary Boyle
said about: The Woman from the North Review
The Woman from the North by Bernard MacLaverty captures the dilemma of dementia from the viewpoint of the sufferer,in this case Cassie Quinn,who has been placed in residential care by her concerned son for assessment. A diagnosis of his mother's worrying behaviour. It is a moving piece which captures the bewilderment Cassie experiences in trying to come to terms with her new circumstances. It's simple staging and strong performance from Eileen Nicholas as Cassie, almost make one feel an intruder, witnessing the diminishing identity of Cassie before our very eyes, feeling compassion for her plight yet powerless to offer solutions or answers that will satisfy either party. To those of us who have experienced dementia first hand it is an accurate account of its beginnings, to others an insight into this thief of a disease which steals the very essence of our being.
Jeanette Molloy
said about: Casablanca (The Lunchtime Cut)
I seen this play yesterday and it is fabulous. The play of the year, most definately. Can you tell me if there are any future dates for this? My friend queued outside only to be disappointed along with many others as it was sold out. It was nice to meet Gavin in the lift before the show, who gave absolutely nothing away about the plot. LOL Please Please show this again???? Jeanette x
admin
said about: The Original Robinson Crusoe
Hi Marianna - Unfortunately is too late to win the bottle of Malt for Bear on a Chain, but thank you for your review! Glad you enjoyed the show and hope to see you again soon!
marianna lines
said about: The Original Robinson Crusoe
I have just reviewed this play for The St Andrews (Fife) Citizen, and send it on to you in case it is not too late. Sorry that it must be! I could not get it done in time for last week, as I only saw the show on Wednesday and was not home to write until now. I loved it and hope to see more! thank you Oran mor and Play and Pint people and especially sue glover!
marianna lines
said about: The Original Robinson Crusoe
BEAR ON A CHAIN by Sue Glover SWASHBUCKLING !… That great seadog of all seadogs, Alexander Selkirk, of famed historic lineage to Fife, is the star of the show in Sue Glover’s new play, ‘Bear on a Chain’, which opened to packed houses and rave reviews in Glasgow last week at the Oran Mor West End’s popular ‘A Play, a pie and a pint’ series. Sue Glover, a well known, seasoned playwright from Anstruther, has given us another exciting, memorable and historically based drama, based on the true character model for Robinson Crusoe, the most famous shipwrecked story of all time. Selkirk was from Largo, and went to sea as a boy, hardly ever returning until his epic rescue from the South Sea island of Juan Fernandez 400 miles off the coast of Chile in 1709. Described as being ‘like a herring in a net, his eyes like scales’, the return of Selkirk to Largo brings more trouble to the family and the community, and a predictable story for this buccaneer. He is described by his lapsed love interest sister in law Meg – a perfect character of an East Neuk fish wife – as like a goat running around his island … or as the vulnerable maiden Sophie says .. “like a bear on a chain, cryin’ and ragin’, a bear in a circus”. So the hooligan dancing bear finds his welcome not as good as expected as he returns home to Fife, the gentleman of leisure, then leaves again with yet another wake of broken hearts and pain. This short play tells the story in a vibrant electrifying way, staged as theatre in the round in the Oran Mor space, with a brilliant cast led by Gavin Keane as Sandy Selkirk, Pauline Knowles as Meg, and Rebecca Elise as Sophie Bruce. Keane as Selkirk is the perfect young and fit swashbuckling ego ridden seaman who soon finds that Largo is a jail, not a refuge. The story of Selkirk has been studied and written about for generations, but true facts have never been agreed, so it lends itself well to a dramatic interpretation as Sue Glover has certainly given us in top form! Returning to the light of a sunny Glasgow afternoon following the noon time drama, it felt as though one were truly in the grip of a wee fishing community in the net of another time and place. Marianna Lines
Catherine Czerkawska
said about: David Responds to Critics' Circle Ire
As one who has been the recipient of some mixed reviews in the past (sometimes, as I overheard when attending my own play at the Oran Mor, from members of the same family, arguing about it afterwards!) I say good for David, for taking risks. And he's absolutely right. There are many works that were celebrated as masterpieces at the time - perhaps because they were 'fashionable' - but that have sunk without trace - and others that have stood the test of time in spite of being slated by the critics. Anything that provokes a little debate can only be good for theatre in Scotland - sorry I couldn't manage to see this production!
Jennifer Hainey
said about: David Responds to Critics' Circle Ire
As far as I'm concerned, the reviews mean very little. If the producer, director, actors, everyone involved, believe in the production then it's a worthwhile piece of theatre. The great thing about this show (which I unfortunately will not get to see this week) is that it has provoked a debate and a divide with the audience. That means people are talking about it and that in itself is a great thing.
Donald Nelson
said about: David Responds to Critics' Circle Ire
I do not care for the views of critics. When I worked for Scottish Opera, and other companies, I would stand in the wings at the end of a show and watch a full house, on their feet clapping and cheering, only for the critics to rubbish it the next day. I am sure they all get together at the bar after sow and decide who is going to write what.
admin
said about: The Great Glasgow Pie Hunt & Quiz
Hi Michael. Yes we're not putting the pie in place until first thing Sunday morning, so if you happen to be found wandering down a muddy road this evening (causing a disturbance?) the pie-hunt alibi isn't going to stand up in court for you I'm afraid! Good luck finding it on Sunday!
MichaelM
said about: The Great Glasgow Pie Hunt & Quiz
You mean it isn't hidden yet? So if I went down to a certain muddy road tonight it wouldn't be round about there? :)
admin
said about: The Great Glasgow Pie Hunt & Quiz
Hi Ian. Yes we're giving the answer to each cryptic clue the next day, wouldn't want to exclude anyone who gets stuck from joining in the treasure hunt fun on Sun! How are you getting on? Do you think you know where it is yet...?
Lesley Paterson
said about: The Garden
Two sad people in a sad little flat. Who cared when they finally managed a productive conversation even if it was only to finish all the pills! Was this play meant to represent our governmental agencies who meet frequently on committees and sub committees to con the public that something good is coming out of the talks? Best thing from the play was the apple tree.... and they killed it.
Terrymac
said about: Weekly Critics Circle Competition Winner
I have only one wee comment on Anthony Twist's review of 'Battery Farm'. The Oran Mor is in Glesga innat.No gie us a wee clue whit the hell yer talkin' aboot, Jimmy!
admin
said about: And the winner is...
Thank you Douglas! Unfortunately no free pie, however if you team your excellent punctuation with a good review of the play for our Critics’ Circle, you could be in for a chance of getting a free bottle of Malt! Hope you enjoy the show.
Douglas Clark
said about: And the winner is...
"..if you're coming along..." not "your".Can I have a free pie on Saturday 13th for sorting out your punctuation;-)
Gerard Francis
said about: Crunch
Critics' Circle Review: No two performances of 'Crunch' are exactly the same. Such is the way of things when pastoral oratory meets stand up comedy. The essence of the play was inadvertently revealed by a member of Thursday's audience who piped up in indignation that instead of eliciting money for shredding purposes, the actor (because let's remember we were in a theatre) should ask instead for a £5 donation to charity. Through this outburst, the dénouement became clear: expressing horror at the destruction of a piece of paper was the perfect illustration of our love affair with money in its most devastating guise.
colin bulloch
said about: Crunch
play which exudes "le crunch"[golden,delicious with bite}"critics'circle review" audience participation; abridged evolution of mankind from hunter/gatherers via bartering to complex economic systems.the man in black convinces/compells the audience to join him on his whirlwind explanation of his five step theory of belief in money/richism.a solo performance to match that of any wild west snake-oil salesman.he reveals to all assembled how can behave like sheep blindly following or even lemming -like in our urge to do his bidding.music,Dire Straits,Stereophonics,Darwin,economics,bidding,greed,jealousy and psycology interact in this
Chris Smith
said about: Crunch
First visit to 'A Play,a pie and a pint', always fancied going, what would it be like?Had a drink in the bar before the show to assess the vibe and dug the chilled atmosphere - and enjoyed reading about future plays. Hope it's good. I battered my melt in to earn the right to go. I broke my tibia late 2008, am 44 in April and played football for 90 minutes Saturday past.Anyhow Gary McNair's utopian, Glaswegian, machiavellian, richism (I'm after the malt!)play and way did not disappoint - the guy had the audience in his pocket throughout.(99)
Alasdair Kelly
said about: For the love of money. Or maybe not...
Really liked Gary's performance - as someone who presents personal development sessions myself I found his delivery strangely familiar! The content was entertaining throughout however the ending, ironically, was not sufficiently on the money.
Peter Griffin
said about: For the love of money. Or maybe not...
Critic's Circle Review A winning performance from Gary McNair,his character, a cross between Rodney Trotter and Jonathon Ross easily seduced the OM regulars. Having said that, I felt that some of his interaction with the audience was simply padding out a rather clever sketch.When it comes to the crunch I think 'Crunch' would benefit greatly from a minor rewrite.Nevertheless,its still well worth the admission money and if you are in luck Gary might even give you your money back.
Susan Porteous
said about: The Secret Commonwealth
Having been transported into that place where the "real world" meets the unknown by a beautifully written and beautifully acted play, The Secret Commonwealth, I cannot agree with those who find the play irrelevant to today. I can only mourn what we have lost in our age of so-called civilisation.
cameron mcdougall
said about: For the love of money. Or maybe not...
Have just got home from seeing Crunch---gary Mc Nair was excellent as an American evangelist preaching his Richism philosophy-----hugely entertaining and thought provoking! I ALMOST got my wallet out ?
Terry Mc Fadden
said about: Crunch
CRUNCH. This one man tour de dorce was like attending one of those early American sales courses which demanded continuous inter-action and participation from those present. The pacey, thought-provoking dialogue, which, on the face of it, seemed only to poke gentle fun at our financial institutions, still managed to leave the audience with a few alarm bells ringing in their sub conscious minds. Great theatre!
George Cameron
said about: Crunch
Critics' Circle review What will we do for money, and could we live without it? Gary McNair tries to convince us we can. Dressed in Black and Gold with £10 in top pocket McNair delivers a lecture like performance on our belief in money. With interaction, McNair takes the audience though our inner greed whether bidding for an undisclosed amount or trading a jumper for actions! Could you really shred your hard earned cash? He convinces some they can! Go along and liberate yourself! This show is well worth the tenner!!
Julie Logan
said about: The Secret Commonwealth
The Secret Commonwealth is a play imagined in the modern day that simultaneously predates and postdates the preoccupation with the divided self that exists in Scottish literature. Robert Kirk personifies the Caledonian antisyzygy as he struggles through life wrestling with the pull of the new world and the allure of the old. There are times when the monologue almost slips into the realms of becoming a glorified storytelling exercise. However it is saved from this by the performance of Brennan and works best as a piece of drama when Robert's words are set against the evocative singing of Deirdre Graham.
John McDonald
said about: The Secret Commonwealth
"Critics' Circle Review" The Secret Commonwealth confirms that Brigadoon is alive and well. A solo performance is always challenging. Liam Brennan paced about in his elasticated waist trousers in a manner reminiscent of Jack Sparrow, shouting his lines with gusto. The Highland Scenario was laden with pseudo scottish cliches, from oatcakes to heather honey; disappointing that Tannochbrae didn't get a mention. Deirdre Graham's lone voice was haunting, although at times The White Heather Club would have better suited the genre. As a portrait of 17th Century highland life the play verges on the comedic
Critics' Circle Review
said about: The Secret Commonwealth
Why should you go to see a play about a seventeenth century Scottish minister in a remote Highland village? Well - because it isn't about those things, but about what lies beyond them on the edges, the margins, where languages, cultures and traditions collide and melt, reality isn't reliable and nothing is what it seems. I wasn't at all put off by the one-person monologue form: the speeches were so powerful and mesmerising I was as entranced as the poor minister himself. The acting was great and the whole thing worked. Quite enjoyed the pie too.
Chris
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Hi Edith, Could you not see the videos? Apologies about that. Very odd. I've just checked the videos and site on several different browsers, and on two separate computers/internet connections, and they are playing fine. Maybe you could try another computer? Or you could try our youtube channel and see if that works out for you. It's at http://www.youtube.com/PlayPiePintatOranMor Let me know if this helps you out! Thanks, Chris
Edith Smith
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Dissapointed as I could not get into see the interviews with Colin beattie, Ian Black, and david Hayman. However I am looking forward to this years plays. Edith.
William Livie
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Been to one of the plays on a visit to Glasgow earlier in the year. I really enjoyed the play that was on, and also the pint. I didn't really enjoy the pie though but apart from that, a really enjoyable hour.
Kyle MacRae
said about: Competition Time!
Competition over, folks. Thanks for your fantastic entries. Louise Stewart scooped the jackpot with "A Burns, a Bridie and a Buckie" :-)
Bronagh Bell
said about: Competition Time!
a soiree, sarnie and swalley a blether, a blinis and a bevvy.
Kirstie Swain
said about: Competition Time!
A Panto, a Pasty and a Pinot Grigio A Story, a Stovie and a Swift One. A Fable, a Feed and a Firewater A Tragedy, a Tart and a Tennant's. An Act, an Aliment and an'Alf
alister
said about: Competition Time!
lunch, lager and lovies! beer, bangers and brecht! chekov, chardonnay and cheese! Port, pasta and panto
Heather
said about: Competition Time!
A Lochhead, a Lorne sausage & a Lager A McGrath, a McDonald & a McEwans
Gerard Connolly
said about: A Christmas Carol
A very enjoyable show, but did not have the laughs of last year. Bound to happen I guess, but worth seeing. I look forward to the 2010 production.
Jennie
said about: Competition Time!
A Berkoff, a Biriani and a Beck's A Webster, a Watermelon and a WKD A Dorfman, a dumpling and a double(of whatever you're having....) now I must go and do some w*rk
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said about: Competition Time!
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Craig Glover
said about: Competition Time!
A Farce, a Fish and a Fosters A Musical, a Munch and a Midori A Cabaret, a Croissant and a Campari A Revue, a Ravioli and a Rum A Chekov, a Chomp and a Cheeky Vimto
Grant
said about: Competition Time!
A William, a Waffle and a Whiskey A Russell, Rhubarb and a Russian A Gilbert, a Goulash and a Guiness :)
Michelle
said about: Competition Time!
How about, A Shakespeare, a shandy and a shag? Clearly a shag isn't food, but if music be the food of love, and all that... Forgive the "Brazen" approach, but it's what we do best.
Lesley Judge
said about: Competition Time!
A Midsummer Night's Dream, a Meringue and a Midori A Cervantes, a Cheese sandwich, and a Cerveza A Beckett, a Bhuna and a Bacardi and coke A Pinter, Pork Scratchings and a Pina Colada
Allan Carroll
said about: WestEnders Ends Tonight
I'm going to miss this series - it's been such a laugh! Can you promise me it will be back?!
Chris
said about: Panto Reviews
Hi Hilary! Glad you had fun at the panto and i'm over the moon that you've finally found us after all these years! Incidentally (as a native of the Southern lands), if you're keen on honing your skills for the local dialects of Scotland check out the wee video of Ian Black on our site here. Ian comes to every single one of our plays (and is often found in the bar area afterward), he wrote the book "Edinbuggers vs Weegies" so is somewhat an authority in Scottish slang - next time you're down introduce yourself and i'm sure he'll be more than happy to take you through any Glasgae words that you need clarification on!
hilary smith
said about: Panto Reviews
Attended panto today- 1st time at Oran Mor and it was an extremely entertaining experience!I loved the humour typically Glaswegian and as an anglo-saxon even understood it!! I would have no hesitation in recommending the concept and am amazed having lived in Glasgow for 9yrs it must be the best kept secret ever!!! I will be back!
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Chris
said about: Panto Reviews
Thanks Catriona and Robert for coming along to the show and glad you had fun! Sorry to hear about the lift incident Robert, I hope you weren't stuck in there for too long!
Robert Colquhoun
said about: Panto Reviews
This was our first ever visit. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. The panto was very funny and we laughed out loud many times. Even getting stuck in the lift afterwards didn't lessen the enjoyment of the day.
Catriona Campbell
said about: Panto Reviews
Excellent entertainment, really appreciated the effort the cast put into the show.
Kyle MacRae
said about: A Play, a Pie and a Pint
Are you same Ian Black I bumped into in a pub in Tobermory about 8 years ago? You spotted me as a fellow journalist because I was a) sitting alone b) reading a book c) the book was by Martin Amis :)
Jill
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This is just such a great idea, can't wait for the next episode
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