Event
Date
9-11 January 2025
Location
Smock Alley Theatre - Boy's School, Temple Bar, Dublin 8
Price
€15 / €13
With humour and humility, The Tightrope Walker by Jenny Macdonald navigates a personal journey through the chaotic and profound territory of illness and recovery. It explores the grief inherent in a serious diagnosis, as well as the community and characters who share in the journey.
Written during Jenny’s time as writer in residence at the Irish Hospice Foundation (2022-2023), it is a testament to the care and connection we may find in challenging times.
Following powerful performances at Tallaght University Hospital and Beaumont RCSI Cancer Centre, The Tightrope Walker returns to a theatre setting, as part of First Fortnight 2025, Ireland’s annual arts and mental health festival.
‘Thank you for the wonderful show. It has really inspired me to live every moment.’ – 2024 Audience Member
Explore Jenny’s recently commissioned Perspective for artsandhealth.ie on making The Tightrope Walker.
Creative Team
Written and performed by Jenny Macdonald
Directed by: Joe Salvatore
Sound Design: Martha Knight
Lighting Design: Ciara Meehan
Set Design: Pai Rathaya
Performance Details
Thursday 9 January, 7:15pm – Post-show discussion
Friday 10 January, 7:15pm – Post-show discussion
Saturday 11 January, 2:15pm – Relaxed performance
Saturday 11 January, 7:15pm
Book here: https://www.firstfortnight.ie/festival/the-tightrope-walker/
