‘Seven Letters’ by Mayo playwright comes to Linenhall Theatre

After a widely praised national and UK tour in 2022, ‘Seven Letters’ will make its debut at the popular Mayo venue Linenhall Theatre in Castlebar this May.

The play — which draws its power from honesty, memory and music — was met with full houses across Ireland and earned standing ovations in London venues including the Noel Coward Studio and the Tabard Theatre.

Written and directed by Rian Flatley, originally from Knock, Co. Mayo, ‘Seven Letters’ centres on the lives of three women living in a care home. Between shared cups of tea, crosswords and conversations, they revisit the joy and pain of their pasts, revealing stories that are rich with humour, longing, regret and hope.

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“This play is a tribute to women whose stories don’t always get heard,” Ms Flatley said. “They’re not the loudest voices in the room, but they’ve lived full lives — often quietly heroic ones. ‘Seven Letters’ is about what they’ve carried with them. And what they’re still trying to let go of.”

What sets the production apart is its intimate structure — a careful weave of monologue, flashback and song. Each of the characters brings something unique to the stage: the mischievous and unpredictable Faye, the guarded Tempie, and the quietly haunted Lena.

Their friendship is the play’s foundation, and through their interactions, audiences are offered glimpses into long-buried secrets and unfulfilled dreams.

'Seven Letters' plays at Linenhall Theatre Castlebar on this Friday, May 9. Early booking on line is advised.

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