12th-16th of September 2023 at The New Theatre as part of the Dublin Fringe Festival
9th-12th July 2024 at London’s Theatre 503
Team for London run
Written by Bellaray Bertrand-Webb
Directed by Ursula McGinn
Production Management by Thomas J Quine
Set & Costume Design by QianEr Jin
Sound Design by Jenny O’Malley
Lighting Design by Catja Hamilton
Casting by Georgia Topley
Stage Management by Elliot Sheppard
Props Supervision by Sidonie Roddam
CAST
Raven: Gracie Oddie-James
Emma: Laura Brady
Obi: Aaron Shosanya
Nora: Breffni Holahan
Photos by Lily Bertrand-Webb
Image by Theo Jackson
Duration: 70 mins
Dog Shit
Four friends and old colleagues are hanging out, but their summer afterparty turns sour when an unwanted visitor arrives. A night of surprises unfolds, leading to deadly chaos.
4 friends
3 pets
2 secrets
1 big mess
Clearly there was always shit between them, this won’t be an argument they can sweep under the rug.
A comedic and brutal portrayal of the fine line between friendship and competitors. This play explores the conflict between the arts and tech industry in Dublin.
Nominated for the Solas Nua writing award.
Developed at FRINGE LAB and the Irish Theatre Institute.
Praise for Dog Shit:
“zippily directed by Ursula McGinn”
★★★★★
Chris McCormack, Substack
“Each character is carefully constructed, from their mannerisms brought to life by director Ursula McGinn”
Ines Murray Gomez, Trinity News
“Ursula McGinn is sure to entertain”
Diana Stokes & JJ Tuite, Trinity News
