WWI musical set to go down a storm on its Carlow return
Rebecca Storm in 'Letters from the front'
THE acclaimed Irish musical drama returns to Carlow this month starring award-winning West End leading lady Rebecca Storm and featuring a cast of 35 talented performers.
Written by Carlow’s own Ollie Hennessy along with Don O’Connor, the production has received rave reviews for its powerful storytelling, sweeping orchestral score and deeply moving performances. tells the emotional stories of three families caught in the chaos of World War I, tales of love, loss, courage and hope, inspired by real letters exchanged between soldiers and their loved ones between 1914 and 1918. Last year, the show had a run of sold-out performances in Carlow and now, it looks set to repeat that score.
Audiences will be transported to the battlefields and home fronts of the Great War, as Rebecca delivers a powerhouse performance alongside a talented ensemble including a Ukrainian tenor who is now living in Carlow town, Maxym Lozovyi, and Waterford newcomer Ivan Kiely.
Ollie said: “This musical has grown so much since its first performance. Having artists like Rebecca, Maxym and Ivan on board has elevated the music and storytelling in remarkable ways. It’s a production that truly connects with people on an emotional level.”
Rebecca added: “It’s an honour to return to Carlow with after such an incredible response in Kilkenny and Dublin.
“This show is so close to my heart – it’s moving, emotional and filled with humanity. I actually have letters written by my great-grandfather who fought at the Battle of the Somme, so performing this piece always feels deeply personal.”
The show is taking place in the George Bernard Shaw Theatre in the Visual Arts Centre, Carlow from Wednesday 19 to Saturday 22 November.
Tickets cost €35 plus booking fee and booking is through online at visualcarlow.ie, in person or by phone at Visual’s box office on 059 9172400.
