Taboo or not taboo, that is the question...

‘Taboo’, which runs at Cork Arts Theatre from 21-25 November, is a black comedy by award-winning Kilkenny writer John Morton.

The play unfolds in real time over a three-course meal. It is a romantic comedy about two people who meet and go on a date, but in an attempt to present the best versions of themselves, the date starts to go horribly wrong. By the time they get to the third course, there is nothing left but to reveal their most authentic selves.

In a society where more and more of our interactions take place online (including dating), ‘Taboo’ looks at two people trying to connect in the real word. The play is about the difficulty in expressing your true self, social exclusion, compassion, acceptance, and forgiveness.

Writer John Morton is the creator and writer of the TV series ‘Dead Still’, and has written and directed several short films including ‘Smitten’ for RTÉ Storyland, and also wrote the award-winning shorts ‘Seanie & Flo’, ‘Kathleen’ and ‘Swerve’.

Red ‘n Blue Theatre Company was founded by husband and wife Dylan Kennedy and Jenny Fennessy. Their debut production, 'Lovesong’ sold out 16 performances across Cork, Waterford and Dublin. It was nominated for 5 Waterford News and Star Green Room awards, including Outstanding Event of the Year, Best Play, Best Director and won awards for Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress. Their second production, 'The Flags' was nominated for a further 6 Waterford News and Star Green Room awards and won Best Play of the Year 2022, Best Set and Best Supporting Actress (Jenny Fennessy).

Jenny is an acting graduate from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, while Dylan Kennedy trained at The East 15 Acting School. Each has a long list of credits to their name in TV, film, and theatre.

‘Taboo’ will run from 21-25 November at the Cork Arts Theatre at 8pm, before moving to Palace Theatre in Fermoy where it will be performed on 7 and 8 December. Tickets for both shows cost €15/€12. For booking and more information, visit corkartstheatre.com.