Stronger by Geoff Power

Mary Murray in Stronger by Geoff Power. Photo Paul Gaster

Delayed by the global pandemic Gúna Nua’s production of Stronger is finally in front of an audience at the Dublin Theatre Festival opening 1st October 2021. It was a brilliant experience to work with Geoff, Paul and Gill. We had arrived at a solid stage draft as the pandemic hit and then the show had to be re-conceptualised a few time.

Stronger

Inspired by true events, Stronger tells the story of Jan, a teacher who is sexually assaulted by her student. As Jan journeys through the legal system, she struggles to find closure and her life is in danger of falling apart. A glimmer of hope appears but it could mean lying to the person she loves the most and confronting the person who has done her most harm.

This tense drama deals with the emerging practice of Restorative Justice and the very human stories that it serves. 

“The Probation Service recognises the power of this play to create a wider community awareness of the impact of sexual violence on those harmed and to demonstrate how restorative justice can respond to needs, often unmet in traditional justice procedure. Both the Probation Service and the Department of Justice appreciate the important role of the Arts in highlighting and promoting discussion on social issues.”– The Probation Services

Cast: Scott Graham, Marcus Lamb, Fionntán Larney, Mary Murray and Jennifer O’Dea

Directed by Paul Meade

Written by Geoff Power

Dramaturgy by Hanna Slattne

Produced by Gill McCaw

Production Manager Anthony Hanley

Stage Manager: Leanne Vaughey

Set and Costume Design: Maree Kearns

Lighting Design: Mark Galione

AV Design: John Galvin

Sound Design: Michael Stapleton