The Crock of Gold

by James Stephens

Adapted and directed by Fiona Buffini

Reviews of ‘The Crock of Gold’

The Irish Times, Fintan O'Toole,   17th March 2006

‘The Crock of Gold is a tale of a seeker after wisdom which follows on from Ibsen’s Peer Gynt…it’s a promiscuous mix of narratives and contexts… from Irish folklore to Greek mythology.’

The Irish Times, Fintan O'Toole,   17th March 2006

‘Janet Moran and Joseph M Kelly show an especially impressive adaptability, and Bosco Hogan and Carrie Crowley bringing both vigour and humour to the main roles…’

The Irish Times, Fintan O'Toole,   17th March 2006

‘The 30 different roles are presented with great clarity by a cast of just eight. Buffini maintains a rapid pace and a light touch… an enjoyable trip into a idiosyncratic old imagination…’

Irish Independent   17th March 2006

‘The central character, the Philosopher, is played with solemn dignity by Bosco Hogan whose fine voice resonates throughout the two hours of the production. ..

Irish Independent  17th March 2006

‘There are vigorous performances by a powerful Carrie Crowley and the other actors playing many different roles.’

The Sunday Tribune   Sunday 19th March 2006

‘The play is witty and very funny in places, held together by the character of Philosopher, beautifully played by Bosco Hogan. Carrie Crowley is excellent as the Thin Woman and Joseph M Kelly does a great job in half a dozen roles.’