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Tom Crean: Antartic Explorer

Photograph of Tom Crean

After the success of last year's Irish Literature Festival, Irrgrønn Productions is delighted to bring the first of a season of Irish theatre to Oslo: Tom Crean: Antartic Explorer, St Patrick's Night, March 17th, for one night only in Det Andre Teateret Torshov. This one man show, showing for the first time in Scandinavia, tells the story of the Shackleton Expedition and what has been described as the finest feat of individual heroism from the entire age of exploration.The timing of this play couldn't be better, as this year the Norwegian polar exploration ship Fram has been greened for St. Patrick's Day. What better way is there to see the shared history of Ireland and Norway in this area of exploration than attending this play?

From Sydney to New York the show has played to packed houses:

An Unparalleled portrayal. It isn’t the destination; it is the journey. Mr Dooley’s efforts so vividly embodies that maxim you almost believe it. The New York Times                                     

This one-man show is a genuine small pleasure, the kind of piece that gives you an insight into unseen and unsung lives. The Guardian

This is not an event to be missed!

Tickets are selling fast so be sure to book early. Tickets are available here