The Bottom of The Lake
by Conor McDermottroe
by Conor McDermottroe
The Bottom of the Lake is a play that explores the bond between a teenager and an elderly fisherman as they share a quiet New Year's Eve on a lake while reflecting on life and choices.
About The Play
About The Play
Lit by moonlight on New Year’s Eve, sixteen-year-old Raymie Armstrong and elderly angler Joesie sit in a boat on a winter’s night threading bait through hooks. When they talk, they whisper, for fear of getting caught fishing illegally by the bailiff. Joesie thinks Raymie’s foolish to be wasting all his time on the lake, he says he should be out celebrating with lads his own age. Raymie isn’t bothered, he says he can hang out with friends anytime but nights like these are special.
Produced by Benrae Productions The Bottom of the Lake is Conor McDermottroe’s second play. His first play Swansong had a sell-out success in Dublin and Edinburgh and the Finborough Theatre in September 2005.
The Finborough Theatre has become particularly known for its recent presentation of Irish drama including the UK premiere of Frank McGuinness’ Gates of Gold, Tom Murphy’s The Gigli Concert and Brian Friel’s Freedom of the city.