Leslie Black PhotographyThis bagwoman walks into a psychiatrist’s office. Napoleon's just left, Cleopatra's due in half an hour. Read more …
Margaret thinks she’s God, and she's depressed. She wants Ken to give her one good reason not to end it all. Not just herself--life, the universe, everything. Nae problem, pal. Have a seat. ...
In the end, the territory of Hardie’s well-turned 45-minute comedy is pretty familiar; the midlife angst of the middle-class male, and the widespread 21st century conviction that if God exists at all, he or she must be a bit of a joker. It’s all beautifully delivered though, by director Ron Bain, and actors Anne Lacey and Greg Powrie; and its mixture of sheer theatrical skill and sharp midlife humour is perfectly tailored for the Oran Mor audience, who cheer the show to the echo, and seem eager for more.
A Play, a Pie and a Pint, Glasgow from Monday April 8, 2013, until Saturday April 13, 2013. More info: http://playpiepint.com
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