Revolving Door

The Programme

Revolving Door is a 40 minute play about young male suicide. Martin’s ghost is the coroner who conducts the inquest into the circumstances of his own death. Martin calls his mother, GP and hospital nurse as witnesses and explores their responsibility in his suicide, as well as his own.

The interactive debate which follows the play explores the question of whether Martin’s suicide could have been prevented. Its duration can be tailor made to your needs.

Achievements

• Approx 100 performances over 6 years
• Shortlisted for a National Media Award for work in Northern Ireland, where Revolving Door evaluated as the most effective intervention in an anti stigma campaign run by Rethink in 2007

Target Audience

School and college groups/conferences/ professional training/general public.

Comments

“Very moving performance. Gave a real insight into the complexities of all those involved and affected by suicide”

Health professional

“The play incorporated many of the elements that have to be dealt with when someone is suicidal. The interactive debate highlighted the lack of public awareness of the help available for patients and those that love them”

Member of the Samaritans

“Very powerful piece and great to empathise with people who have mental problems/issues”

School pupil Northern Ireland

“The debate particularly useful. This is a great way to investigate the various issues around suicide, highlighting those who might typically be involved and suggesting ways to obtain support etc.”

Teacher. Northern Ireland