Dracula: Lucy’s Passion
- Sunday 27 October 6:30pm
- Abbey Theatre
- €27.50 / €22.50 Concession
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Following last year’s sell-out performance of “Dracula: A Journey into Darkness”, we’re returning to the Abbey Theatre to sink our fangs deeper into Bram Stoker’s gothic world. This October, our haunted journey through Stoker’s timeless masterpiece continues in director Joan Sheehy’s “Dracula: Lucy’s Passion” a staged reading exploring chapters 5 through 16 of Dracula.
Lucy Westenra, a beautiful young woman besieged by suitors, suddenly begins to exhibit disturbing symptoms: sleepwalking, inexplicable weakness, and a troubling demeanour, all under the worried gaze of her friend, Mina Murray. Beguiled by the mysterious Count Dracula, Lucy’s transformation unfolds as Dracula himself sails ominously towards England aboard the Demeter.
Lucy’s descent into obsession and destruction is presented in this haunting rehearsed reading which is told through letters, diary entries, telegrams and more. Vividly brought to life by Martha Dunlea, Clare Monnelly, Killian Coyle, Patrick Ryan and Ben Waddell, this theatrical experience, dripping in intrigue, is accompanied by Tom Lane’s atmospheric soundscape and Suzie Cummins’s dramatic lighting.
Dracula: Lucy’s Passion will transport you into the heart of Lucy’s dark and passionate saga, highlighting her nocturnal wanderings, churchyard encounters and the spectral ever-presence of Dracula in various guises.
Don’t worry if you missed last year’s staged reading of chapters 1-4 – you can pick the story right up as we turn the page on a new part of Stoker’s most famous work.
Please note: Some sections of the chapters covered have been abridged by the director to allow for running time.
Credits
Arthur Holmwood and other characters: Killian Coyle
Lucy Westenra: Martha Dunlea
Mina Murray: Clare Monnelly
Ship’s Captain and Van Helsing: Patrick Ryan
Dr. John Seward and other characters: Ben Waddell
Director: Joan Sheehy
Soundscape and Sound Designer: Tom Lane
Lighting Designer: Suzie Cummins
Photography: Allen Kiely
| Duration | 2hrs 30mins |
|---|---|
| Doors | 6.10pm |
| Age Suitability | 14+ (Under 18s must be accompanied by an adults) |
| Latecomers | Latecomers will be permitted at certain times during the reading. |
| Warnings | This event contains some adult themes including references to death and some descriptions of violent and/or disturbing events. |
| Accessibility | Venue is wheelchair accessible. More info |
Abbey Theatre, Abbey Street Lower, North City, Dublin 1, Ireland
Luas
The closest Luas Stop is Abbey Street on the Red Line.
Bus
If travelling by Dublin Bus, a large number of stops are located on or close to O’Connell Street and Eden Quay.
The closest bus stops are:
Stops 297, 298, 299, 300, Eden Quay, Northbound – Bus numbers 14, 15, 27, 27A, 27B, 151
Stops 303, 302, 301, Eden Quay, Southbound – Bus numbers 14, 15, 27, 27A, 27B, 151
Accessibility Information
Ticketing
To confirm accessible seating or any access services, contact the Abbey Theatre’s Box Office on (01) 87 87 222 or boxoffice@abbeytheatre.ie
Arrival
Some of the pathways in the area might be uneven. Please note the Luas tracks that run across the pedestrian crossings on Abbey Street and Marlborough Street.
The closest step-free Luas Stop is Abbey Street (100m away) on the Red Line.
If travelling by Dublin Bus, a large number of stops are located on or close to O’Connell Street and Eden Quay. The closest bus stops are:
Stops 297, 298, 299, 300, Eden Quay, Northbound – Bus numbers 14, 15, 27, 27A, 27B, 151
Stops 303, 302, 301, Eden Quay, Southbound – Bus numbers 14, 15, 27, 27A, 27B, 151
If travelling by DART, the nearest station is Tara Street. From there, the Abbey Theatre is approximately 350m away.
Nearest accessible parking for the Abbey Theatre is in the Irish Life Car Park, which charges exclusive Abbey Theatre evening and matinee rates. There is also accessible parking available in Dublin Q-Park on Cathal Brugha Street with discounted parking for Abbey customers. Pre-booking car spaces is advised.
Drop off and pick up is possible outside the Abbey Theatre.
Entry
There is step-free access to the Abbey Theatre. The doorways are push-pull to open, but members of staff may be there to open them on show days.
Space
The Abbey Theatre has three levels, with only a lift that goes down to the Peacock Theatre.
Ground floor: Box office, toilets, low-level seating access to Abbey auditorium, Pegeen’s café
First floor: Bar, upper level seating access to Abbey auditorium
-1 floor: The Peacock Theatre, toilets, café
Accessible Bathroom / WC
One partially accessible wheelchair toilet is located in the Abbey Theatre foyer. There is a fully accessible wheelchair toilet available in the Peacock Theatre foyer. The entrance to the Peacock Theatre is on Abbey Street, and there is a lift inside the door that will lead to the foyer. The access bathroom is to the left of the exit from the lift.
Bar
The bar is upstairs and only accessible by stairs. The front of house staff can arrange pre-show or interval drinks downstairs on request. Alcoholic and soft drinks are available. The ground floor café provides hot and cold drinks, as well as serving hot and cold food until 4pm. All allergens are listed.
Performance Space
There are two wheelchair accessible seats available in the main Abbey Auditorium. They are both located at the end of row H. All of row H has step free access.
Seating
In the main foyer, there is seating available at Pegeen’s Café. All tables and chairs are moveable. The chairs do not have arm rests.
Sound
An infra-red system is available for use in the Abbey auditorium. Neckloop receivers can be collected from the box office to use with hearing aids, headsets and stethoset receivers can be collected from the box office if you don’t use hearing aids.
Lighting
Throughout the venue, there will be brighter lights with some darkened areas in the performance space. The bathrooms have direct white light. In the theatre auditorium, lights will be dimmed and then darkened when the show begins.
Quieter Room
Currently, the Abbey Theatre does not have a designated quiet space.