Ulster Drama Festival - Deathtrap by Holywood Players @ Courtyard Theatre April 2026
The Ulster Drama Festival is set to captivate audiences once again with its eclectic line-up of theatrical performances. Running from Monday 20th to Saturday 25th April 2026, this year's festival promises to be a celebration of talent, creativity, and the power of storytelling.
Now in its 72nd year, the festival has become a cornerstone of the local arts scene, showcasing the best in both established and emerging talent. With thought-provoking dramas, true stories, and celebrated classics there will be something for everyone at this year's festival.
Deathtrap - Holywood Players
Ira Levin
The plot has "more twists than a bent corkscrew" (The Guardian).
This production contains scenes of violence, use of weapons, and a loud gunshot sound. It is not suitable for children under the age of 12. Parental discretion is advised.
In this dark comedic thriller, washed-up playwright Sidney Bruhl is broke and suffering a severe case of writer’s block. When Clifford, a student from a writing seminar, shows him a brilliant script, Sidney sees a Broadway hit and path to redemption. But credit means everything - and if Clifford refuses to share it, how far will Sidney go to reclaim success?
The genre-defining works of playwright and novelist Ira Levin (1929-2007) include such landmark titles as Rosemary's Baby, The Stepford Wives, The Boys from Brazil and Deathtrap — the longest-running thriller in Broadway history. With unparalleled versatility that finds him at home in nearly every genre — horror (Rosemary’s Baby), crime (Edgar-winning A Kiss Before Dying), science fiction (This Perfect Day), comedy (No Time for Sergeants), even a Broadway musical (Drat! The Cat!) — Levin's enduring works continue to speak to contemporary readers and audiences, serving as iconic cultural and creative touchstones. Levin’s official website is www.IraLevin.org.
This amateur production of "Deathtrap" is presented by arrangement with Creative Artists Agency, New York.
📍Venue: The Courtyard Theatre
📅Date: 24 April 2026
⏰Time: 8.00pm
🎟️Tickets: £16.50 & £14.50 (Concession)
🚩Age: 12 + Parental discretion is advised.
Book for all six nights and enjoy a 20% discount. Definitely not to be missed.
