Mother Courage at Grosvenor East Theatre

By Bertolt Brecht, in a version by David Hare
Directed by Chris White

The opening show at Manchester School of Theatre’s outstanding new home is a contemporary version of Brecht’s classic Mother Courage by David Hare is a powerful and compelling reminder of the disasters of war. Chronicling the journey of Mother Courage and her children, as they fight to survive an interminable conflict in which there are no winners, the play is witty, wry and highly entertaining.

This production features music and singing composed by the company.

‘A superb version that bristles with paradoxes, irony, and scepticism.’ Independent on Sunday

Performances
Thursday 3 February (7.15pm)
Friday 4 February (2pm & 7.15pm)
Saturday 5 February (7.15pm)
Cast
Mother Courage – Mia Gibson
Katrin – Maia Perry
Yvette / Peasant’s Wife (Singer) – Ellie Edwards
Eilif – Oliver Taylor
Swiss Cheese – Jonny Vernon
The Cook – Angus Stobie
The Chaplain – Jack Elliot Rawstron
The Recruiting Officer – Jimmy Roberts
The Sergeant / The Young Man – Mercedi Diabiza
The Commander in Chief – Andrew Halstein
The Regimental Clerk / Peasant’s Son – Mark James
The Armourer / Peasant in Halle – Tomás Azocar-Nevin
Lieutenant Colonel – Sam Jukes

Other parts played by members of the company

Designed by Abby Clarke
Lighting by Tracey Gibbs
Assistant Director: Alexandra O’Neill
Musical Direction: Angus Stobie, Ellie Edwards and Mark James