Never to the dark side Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 Heard a rumour that the Garland or me play has been suspended. The events page of the Tobacco factory has no mention at all. Any one got any further info? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marvin Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 I received an email from the Tobacco Factory confirming it was cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances and that the box office would be in contact to arrange refunds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedKatieScarlett Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 Disappointed- looked really good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headhunter Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 I too had the email and asked whether "cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances" really meant lack of support and was told yes so there you have it. Really disappointed but I think a dark night in November in the middle of the season would have been a more appropriate time than on a hot night in May/June Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 Lack of ticket sales sadly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 1 hour ago, Dollymarie said: Lack of ticket sales sadly. Probably coupled with a lack of marketing. If you have a play that might be of interest to City fans, then those staging it would have been wise to post details on here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punkymatt Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 Didn’t know about it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Red Hat Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 26 minutes ago, Punkymatt said: Didn’t know about it! Nor me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyredredrobin Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 Know nothing about it. What is the story behind Garland or me? I have a vague recollection of something many years ago, but cant remember what. Anyone have a link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myol'man Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 off topic slightly, the Tobacco Factory are doing a stage production of The Damned United, June 5th and 6th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 44 minutes ago, myol'man said: off topic slightly, the Tobacco Factory are doing a stage production of The Damned United, June 5th and 6th Guessing some variance from this review, but it is the same production. The Damned United review – squad of 11 actors stage David Peace's novel in Leeds https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2016/mar/11/the-damned-united-review-david-peace-west-yorkshire-playhouse-leeds-brian-clough?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Copy_to_clipboard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 I liked Garland in the Wizard of Oz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhistleHappy Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 5 hours ago, Dollymarie said: Lack of ticket sales sadly. 4 hours ago, Bristol Rob said: 2 hours ago, wendyredredrobin said: Know nothing about it. What is the story behind Garland or me? I have a vague recollection of something many years ago, but cant remember what. Anyone have a link? Probably coupled with a lack of marketing. If you have a play that might be of interest to City fans, then those staging it would have been wise to post details on here! 2 hours ago, Punkymatt said: Didn’t know about it! 2 hours ago, Roger Red Hat said: Nor me. WE DIDNT KNOW ABOUT IT.... !!!! I'd have bought a couple of tickets IF I'd known about it... Others would have too !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkeh Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 first I've heard about it as well, can't expect to sell tickets if you don't advertise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TV Tom Posted May 23, 2018 Report Share Posted May 23, 2018 No idea it was on or indeed what it’s about, if, as I assume, it’s Chris Garland related I would of been interested as no doubt many others would of been Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Van Zandt Posted June 11, 2018 Report Share Posted June 11, 2018 The play was written by Peter Read and has nothing to do with 'Damned United' which was a play based on the David Pearce novel of the same name which was made into a film. I believe that 'Garland or Me' is a comedy play about Dave, an ardent Bristol City fan, who is married to football-hating Holly. His friend Vicar Joe cancels weddings if they clash with City's home matches. It is the 1976-77 season and Dave is determined not to miss one game as the Robins enjoy their first time in the top flight in over 60 years. Holly of course has other ideas and asks, 'Who do you love the most? Garland or Me?'. Can Dave juggle the demands of a relationship with his passion for the Robins? I think we need to think how this can be staged so City fans can see it. A great deal of effort has gone into writing the play and planning the production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Never to the dark side Posted June 12, 2018 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2018 Thank you for the update,I would still like to see the play. May I suggest that the play be one or just two nights? I saw the Damned United play in Bristol and I think on the night I attended it was 95% full. Not sure of the other night though Having said that, I am sure that one of the cast members from the Garland or me came and did an interview on Radio Bristol. Could any one confirm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
handsofclay Posted June 12, 2018 Report Share Posted June 12, 2018 On 23/05/2018 at 12:49, Major Isewater said: I liked Garland in the Wizard of Oz. Yes, but the Tinman was also good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City Cat Posted June 12, 2018 Report Share Posted June 12, 2018 1 hour ago, handsofclay said: Yes, but the Tinman was also good. Wicked witch of the EastEnd as Wolves 2nd goal went in on Dec. 30th.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverRed Posted June 12, 2018 Report Share Posted June 12, 2018 Such a shame! My mum actually worked with Chris' Mum in the 70's, at the Wills Cigar factory in Raleigh Road . Would have been a fitting location for a play about her son. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidered abroad Posted June 12, 2018 Report Share Posted June 12, 2018 I'll get my wife renamed as Holly. And my answer would be that, having known Chris as a teenage supporter before his career, nothing carnal involved, it would be Garland over Holly! And any other City player as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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