St. Nicholas (2018-19)

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A cynical and jaded theatre critic in his late fifties falls for a beautiful young actress. In pursuing her, he meets a group of modern-day vampires who offer him eternal life, while his part of the bargain is to feed their bloodlust.

Written while McPherson was attached to the Bush Theatre, London, under the Pearson Television Theatre Writers’ Scheme.

First performed at the Bush Theatre on 19 February 1997.

Character:
The Critic

Playwright:
Conor McPhearson

Director:
Simon Evans

Venues:
Donmar Warehouse, London; Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin (Dublin Theatre Festival); Goodman Theatre, Chicago

Status:
Completed play. Performed at the Donmar Warehouse in September 2018, the Dublin Theatre Festival in October 2018, and Chicago’s Goodman Theater in January 2019.

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