Details

Portrayal of impoverished 1930s Glasgow. Despite cramped tenement living and the turmoil of seven children, there is laughter and strength in the Morrison family. Tough and tender mother Maggie, just about holds together her unruly brood against wretched poverty. But sniping neighbours, the flight of daughter Jenny, and the unexpected return to their overcrowded quarters of Maggie's son and his sexually restless wife erode her spirit. And then, just as temporary employment for beloved husband John affords a decent Christmas, wayward Jenny returns with new-found wealth, offering them the chance of escape and one big moral dilemma. Written in 1947. Supported by the Bank of Scotland. Age Guide: 14+

Cast/Performers

Anita Vettesse (Mrs Harris), Ann Scott-Jones (Granny), Charlene Boyd (Isa), Erin McCardie (Edie), Julie Wilson Nimmo (Mrs Bone), Kevin Guthrie (Alec), Lorraine McIntosh (Maggie), Louise McCarthy (Jenny), Colin Little (Removal Man / Cover Alec / Ernest), Janette Foggo (Lizzie), Maureen Carr (Mrs Wilson), Michael Nardone (John), Pauline Lockhart (Mrs Bone)

Creatives/Company

Author: Ena Lamont Stewart
Producer: National Theatre of Scotland
Director(s): Graham McLaren, Phil McCormack (assistant)
Design: Colin Richmond
Lighting: Colin Grenfell
Sound: Nick Sagar