Martin Beanz Ward’s The Dead House: A work in progress

Nothing brings a family together on a shared march of mourning like the loss of one of their elders, and nothing reminds them of where they came from, quite like the wagons that brought them there.

The Dead House is the story of one family in the west of Ireland and the return home of a son who is alienated from their traditions after years of deliberate absence.

On the day of an Irish wake, family stories resurface that have lain dormant for years. However, the ghosts of the past brings with them the memories of trauma, loss and despair.

The Dead House is a work in progress and takes place in the main auditorium of the Hawk’s Well Theatre.

Martin Beanz Warde is a writer, comedian, and podcaster whose articles have appeared in The Irish Times and Irish Examiner.

Duration: Approximately 50 minutes. Q&A will follow after the performance with Martin.

For ages 16+

Tickets are free of charge. In lieu of ticket costs we will have a bucket collection for North West STOP who provide free counselling and support for anyone struggling in any way with their mental health. If you order a ticket but are subsequently unable to attend please contact jamie@stsg.ie as soon as possible. This is a free event with a limited capacity and we want to ensure all available tickets are used.