The Civilisation Game

The Civilisation Game

Guy and Roisin are settling down to start a family, right now in fact, on their first night in leafy suburbia when young Robbie from the nearby estate bursts in to shatter the perfect mood, the perfect moment and any chance of them starting the perfect life.

They've got him cornered and they could call the police but what's the point if the kid'll just get a slapped wrist? Especially when new neighbours Peter and Amanda land in on them with much more entertaining ideas of criminal justice.

So the burglar's going nowhere and for one night only they can do what they like with him. All social etiquette descends into carnage as the neighbours waver between calling the police, letting him go and serving up their own revenge along with a delicious slice of cream sponge!

The burning issues of the 'haves' and 'have nots' which have been brought into sharper focus with the recession, the Occupy demonstrations and last year's London riots give the play a darker resonance. But Tim Loane's sharp pen and direction make this a fun, if thought-provoking, night out.