Tom Crean - Antarctic explorer to be performed in Kilkenny
Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley and will be performed at the Watergate Theatre on February 20.
This show is not to be missed and has picked up a number of prestigious accolades including the Fringe First Award Winner at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Best Solo Performance Award Winner at the New York International Fringe Festival, Best Actor at the Dublin Fringe Festival and an Adelaide Fringe Award for Best Theatre Work.
Hear the riveting true stories of Crean’s Antarctic explorations as one of the few men to serve with bothScott and Shackleton and survive the three famous expeditions: Discovery, (1901 – 1904); Terra Nova (1910 – 1913); and Endurance (1914 - 1916).
Crean’s story is a testament of human fortitude against all the elements of the Antarctic. His 36-mile solitary trek to base camp during the Terra Nova expedition to rescue his comrades Teddy Evans and William Lashly has been described by Antarctic historians, as “the finest feat of individual heroism from the entire age of exploration”. He was subsequently awarded the Albert Medal for his bravery.
This multi-award winning show has now played critically acclaimed sell-out performances throughout Ireland, USA, Australia, Europe and the UK and will be performed at the Watergate Theatre in Kilkenny on February 20.
For more see www.tomcreanshow.co.uk