The Heiress

by Ruth and Augustus Goetz, based on the novel Washington Square by Henry James.

Adapted from the novel ‘Washington Square’ by Henry James, ‘The Heiress’ explores the life of the wealthy Sloper family, living in an opulent house in 1850’s New York City. Catherine Sloper, daughter of a protective widowed surgeon, lacks both social graces and beauty, unlike her deceased mother. Catherine falls in love with handsome Morris Townsend, the first man to ever give her attention. She believes her love is reciprocated but Dr Sloper is doubtful, believing Morris is only interested in the family inheritance.

Cast & Creatives

Director David Grindley

Set and Costume Design Jonathan Fensom

Lighting Design Jason Taylor

Music and Sound Denis Clohessy

Assistant Director Jeda de Brí

Cast (in alphabetical order)

Dr Austin Sloper Denis Conway

Morris Townsend Donal Gallery

Maria Danielle Galligan

Mrs Montgomery Tara Egan Langley

Marian Almond Mary Lou McCarthy

Catherine Sloper Karen McCartney

Arthur Townsend James Murphy

Mrs Lavinia Penniman Marion O’Dwyer

Mrs Elizabeth Almond Helen Norton

Previews from 17th November

Opens on Wednesday 23rd November 2016

This event is supported by RTÉ Supporting the Arts