‘Splendour’ is a gripping play about decadence and dictatorship. Kathryn, a photo- journalist arrives at a european dictator’s house to photograph him. She is accompanied by her interpreter Gilma. The dictator is not there as he is dealing with an uprising. They are welcomed by Michelaine, the dictator’s wife and her friend Genevieve. Trapped inside by the encroaching rebels it becomes obvious to them that the city is falling. In the course of a day relationships and loyalties dissolve. As past guilts emerge destructive emotions surface.
‘Splendour’s’ structure is non-linear as the claustrophobic scenario is shaken and re-arranged like a kaleidoscope. It is not an easy play, but a rewarding one.
Wed 14 to Sat 17 April in the studio. 45 seats only. Tickets 9.00. Performances begin at 8pm.
