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DNA

Thought provoking, verging on 'horror'.... if you can get along tonight to see this play.  Fabulous performances by this young cast.
Watford Palace Theatre - 8pm

Tuesday, 8 May 2012

DNA - Set to Thrill at Watford Palace Theatre

Must see compelling drama set to thrill theatre audiences

This spring, the highly acclaimed Hull Truck Theatre is set to bring the first national tour of Dennis Kelly’s compelling thriller DNA to Watford Palace Theatre from 8 – 9 May.

DNA follows the story of a group of teenagers who try to cover their tracks after making the biggest mistake of their lives. But their temporary harmony soon begins to unravel with dire consequences for all involved.

Relationships break down, innocent people are punished and in a further twist; all may not quite be as it may seem…

The play is set to ask its audience many questions including How far would you go to hide the truth?  Would you destroy someone’s life to save your own, and protect your friends?  And finally when does a lie matter more than the truth?

The story, which was first performed at the National Theatre in 2008, has recently become a core set-text on the GCSE English syllabus, studied by up to 400,000 students each year. The notes to the special edition which is studied schools nationwide have been written by Anthony Banks, the Associate Director of the National Theatre Discover Programme. Anthony will direct this brand new Hull Truck production which features a cutting-edge design and soundtrack, making it a thrilling introduction to live theatre.

Hull Truck Theatre has assembled an excellent cast of up-and-coming talent for this production including James Alexandrou (Martin Fowler in EastEnders, Romeo and Juliet, Globe Theatre), Emily Butterfield (Treasure Island, The Canterbury Tales), Leah Brotherhead (The Kitchen Sink, Bush Theatre), Rhys Jennings (The Rivals, BBC Radio Drama Company), Daniel Francis–Swaby (Our Town, Vernon God Little), Elexi Walker (The Vagina Monologues, To Kill A Mockingbird, York Theatre Royal) and George Brockbanks (Dunsinane, National Theatre of Scotland/RSC). Actors Tom Clegg and Daniel Francis-Swaby are making their professional debuts.

DNA is written by Dennis Kelly whose work has featured on both the stage and screen, and has been translated into 35 languages around the world. Most recently Dennis has received much critical acclaim for writing The Royal Shakespeare Company’s production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical, which is currently playing at the Cambridge Theatre in the West End. His other work includes the hit BBC 3 comedy Pulling. 

Tickets for DNA are priced at £15 (£12.50 Concs) and can be purchased at the Box Office on 01923 225671 or online at www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk