Casting has been announced for Stewart Pringle’s Elizabethan football drama The Bounds.
A Royal Court Theatre (London) and Live Theatre (Newcastle) co-production, The Bounds will feature Soroosh Lavasani, Ryan Nolan and Lauren Waine. At the Royal Court, the role of ‘Boy’ will be shared by Wilbur Conabeare and Harry Weston.
Set in the Northumbrian valleys of 1553, Pringle’s dark comic play is about rural identity and the extremes of village sports
Following a run at Live Theatre in Newcastle from Thursday 16 May – Saturday 8 June 2024, The Bounds will run in the Jerwood Theatre Upstairs from Thursday 13 June – Saturday 13 July 2024.
Writer, Stewart Pringle commented, “What an absolutely belting cast. Watching them bring these characters to life for the first time ever has just been extraordinary. The detail, intelligence and wit that they’re bringing to this strange, distant time is a constant thrill. We want this show to be a real showcase of North-Eastern talent, and with this cast it truly feels like that. We’re bringing the North East to Sloane Square in all its wild brilliance and rage and glory. And to have such talented young performers as Harry and Wilbur to meet us in London. Dreamy!”
Director, Jack McNamara added, “Ryan, Lauren and Soroosh are three of the most electrifying actors I have come across during my time at Live Theatre. They have made our rehearsal room feel like a place of constant discovery where anything is possible. And they are funny as hell. They are going to bring some genuine North East clout to London and I cannot wait. People better start brushing up on their ancient Geordie! And we are totally thrilled to welcome two entirely new child actors to join us in London in Harry and Wilbur, who will complete the picture so perfectly.”
There will be a post-show talk on Wednesday 19 June at the Royal Court with Stewart Pringle.
The Bounds runs from13 June to 13 July at the Royal Court Theatre London.
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