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Chatroom
Full-Length Play, Dramatic Comedy / 3w, 3m
The six teenage characters communicate only via the internet. Conversations range in subject from Britney Spears to Willy Wonka to — suicide: Jim is depressed and talks of ending his life and Eva and William decide to do their utmost to persuade him to carry out his threat. From this chilling premise is forged a funny, compelling and uplifting play that tackles the issues of teenage life head-on and with great understanding.
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Cast Size
3w, 3m -
Duration
75 Minutes -
Subgenre
Theatre for Young Audiences -
Target Audience
Teen (Age 14-18)
Accolades
- Cannes Film Festival - Un Certain Regard Section, 2010
Details
Summary
Keywords
Performing Groups
- Time Period Contemporary
- Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
- Duration 75 Minutes
- Cautions
- Mild Adult Themes
Media
"One of the most thrillingly enjoyable evenings I've had in the theatre" - Sunday Times
"Punchy, provocative" - The Independent
"Enda Walsh's Chatroom is a winner... This is a clever, funny, discomforting piece to make audiences of all ages think." - The Observer
Licensing & Materials
- Minimum Fee: £40 per performance plus VAT when applicable.