Passing Places is the story of small-town boys Alex and Brian, a Lada, a surfboard and a crate of Irn Bru. Desperate to leave their mundane lives and dead-end jobs in Motherwell behind them, they head out to find excitement and pleasure.
This hilarious and intense ‘road movie for the stage’ will take audiences on a wild ride through Scotland from Motherwell to the Highlands on a riotous journey of self-discovery brought vividly to life by the Dundee Rep Ensemble.
Passing Places is a high octane, fast-paced, contemporary Scottish comedy about the crazy, unpredictable escape of the urban doldrums.
Occasionally the episodic structure takes its toll on the pace but it is still a piece that has something to say.
A work shot through with the fearlessness of youth that looks forward to the beginning of a beautiful adventure.
With Andrew Panton’s direction and the fantastic performances of the entire cast and creative team this play is brought to life through impeccable comedy, energetic performances and moving drama.
Panton’s merry and thoughtful production, featuring fine central performances from Ewan Donald and Martin Quinn, takes full theatrical advantage of its comic and musical potential.
Director Andrew Panton’s production achieves the crucial sense of momentum, a fact that owes a great deal to the live music and the sprightliness of the cast.
New revival of Scottish comedy drama is a cat's cradle of ideas.
Dundee Rep Theatre, Dundee from Tuesday April 17, 2018, until Saturday May 5, 2018. More info: www.dundeereptheatre.co.uk
Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow from Tuesday May 8, 2018, until Saturday May 12, 2018. More info: www.citz.co.uk
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