The Pillowman By Martin McDonagh Explore the darker side of fairy tales in this acclaimed black comedy . Delve into the twisted world of Katurian, a short fiction writer living in a police state. When several children are found murdered in ways strikingly similar to his macabre childrens stories, he finds himself arrested and at the mercy of two detectives. As the clock ticks relentlessly toward his impending execution, Katurian must prove to the police that his only crime is crafting storiesbut will they believe him in time? Comprising narrations and re-enactments of several of Katurians stories (including the harrowingly autobiographical The Writer and The Writers Brother), this play explores the development of Katurians disturbed imagination, along with the impact a troubled past can have on the present. Step into the darkly enchanting world ofThe Pillowman, where Oscar-winning screenwriter Martin McDonagh weaves a gripping tale that echoes the chilling brilliance of the Brothers Grimm. Directed by David Crossfield Performance times: Evenings at 7:30 PM Recommended age: 16+ Contains disturbing themes. Trigger warnings: Child abuse and child murder, depictions of mental illness, violence, police brutality and firearm use. This amateur production of The Pillowman is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk