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Bear Hug by Paul Tafaro

3rd July
Market Harborough Theatre, Church Square, Market Harborough, LE16 7NB
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Leanne disintegrates into tears. Then he does it. Sam hugs Leanne. Squeezes his sister. And she wipes her snot off her hand and onto his waistcoat.Thats my little family.

Five years ago Liv's adult son put the garden chair out for her then disappeared. The family lost a son, brother, nephew, cousin, a grandson. Until one Tuesday morning she sees him in traffic.

Someone is lying to her.

A play about trying to stitch together a family that once was.

Bear Hug
Written by Paul Tafaro

Running Time: Approx. 80 minutes (followed by a post-show discussion)

Following the success ofTo do, a special one off evening where the playwright shares a first look preview of his new play.

Recommended for ages 15+.

Content warning:
This productionincludesthemes of family estrangement, strong language, depictions of mental health and some violence.

Technical warning:
This productionincludes changes to light, sudden noises and blackouts.

Note: This performance is script in hand as this is a one-off preview of his latest work. This will be followed by an audience discussion.

Performances

19:30 - Friday 3rd July

  • Standard: £33.5
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Market Harborough Theatre
Church Square
Market Harborough
LE16 7NB
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