Monday 3rd - Saturday 8th November 2025
THE PILLOWMAN
We have two wheelchairs spaces as indicated on the seating plan above.
To check availability and book please contact the Box Office on 01926 856548 (or email us through our Contact Us page)
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Explore the darker side of fairy tales in this acclaimed black comedy.
by Martin McDonagh
Directed by Dave Crossfield
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 children’s 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 stories—but will they believe him in time?
Comprising narrations and reenactments of several of Katurian’s stories (including the harrowingly autobiographical ‘The Writer and ‘The Writer’s Brother’), this play explores the development of Katurian’s disturbed imagination, along with the impact a troubled past can have on the present.
Step into the darkly enchanting world of The Pillowman, where Oscar-winning screenwriter Martin McDonagh weaves a gripping tale that echoes the chilling brilliance of the Brothers Grimm.
Age recommendation: Age 16+ or at parental discretion, parental supervision advised. 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
Age recommendation: Age 16+ or at parental discretion, parental supervision strongly advised. This show is not suitable for children. Contains disturbing themes. Trigger warnings: Child abuse and child murder, depictions of mental illness, violence, police brutality and firearm use.
PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES
We have two wheelchair spaces available for each performance. To book wheelchair spaces, be added to the waiting list or ticket returns, please contact Box Office on 01926 856548 (or via our Contact Us page)
Talisman Theatre and Arts Centre
Barrow Road, Kenilworth CV8 1FN
We have two wheelchairs spaces as indicated on the seating plan above.
To check availability and book please contact the Box Office on 01926 856548 (or email us through our Contact Us page)
Click for Seating Plan
SHOW DETAILS
Explore the darker side of fairy tales in this acclaimed black comedy.
by Martin McDonagh
Directed by Dave Crossfield
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 children’s 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 stories—but will they believe him in time?
Comprising narrations and reenactments of several of Katurian’s stories (including the harrowingly autobiographical ‘The Writer and ‘The Writer’s Brother’), this play explores the development of Katurian’s disturbed imagination, along with the impact a troubled past can have on the present.
Step into the darkly enchanting world of The Pillowman, where Oscar-winning screenwriter Martin McDonagh weaves a gripping tale that echoes the chilling brilliance of the Brothers Grimm.
Age recommendation: Age 16+ or at parental discretion, parental supervision advised. 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
Age recommendation: Age 16+ or at parental discretion, parental supervision strongly advised. This show is not suitable for children. Contains disturbing themes. Trigger warnings: Child abuse and child murder, depictions of mental illness, violence, police brutality and firearm use.
CAST
Cast (in order of appearance)
Katurian Katurian – Joanna Stevely
Detective Tupolski – Ruth MacCallum
Detective Ariel – Ewen Weatherburn
Michal – Henri West
The Father – Galli Donaldson
The Mother – Beverley Latham
A Girl – Grace Sullivan
Crew and Creatives
Director – Dave Crossfield
Production Manager – Nigel Elliott
Stage Manager – Richard Crump
Set Design – John Ellam
Lighting Design and Operation – Nigel Elliott
Sound Design and Operation – Richard Crump
Wardrobe – Emily Tuff and Team
Props Manager – Catherine Weston
Set Build – Talisman Set Build Team
Publicity – Sharon Sully and Team
