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Behaviour Festival Glasgow, Cain’s Book by Alexander Trocchi, The Arches 26 – 29 March, 2014

Cain’s Book by Alexander Trocchi

The Arches
 
Wednesday 26 – Saturday 29, 7 -10 p.m.
   
Tickets Available:
 www.thearches.co.uk

Acclaimed worldwide as a high watermark for Scottish literature, Cain’s Book is a tour-de-force of poetic writing simultaneously occupying the modes of drug literature confessional, bleak comedy and philosophical tract, depicting protagonist Joe Necchi’s experiences from a Glasgow childhood through to adult life in 1950s New York as a scow captain and unrepentant heroin addict.

McKendrick’s adaptation juxtaposes theatre, cinematic and photographic projection, formation dance interludes and music from Glasgow avant-rock group Smack Wizards. A continuous three-hour live extravaganza – there will be opportunities to take intervals, yet incentives to remain throughout.

“… a mix of live performance, film, deliciously nihilistic little ditties and even an interval interlude of deadpan dance… You’re left wanting more, of course. This whole project could get seriously addictive.”
***** The Herald

Written by Alexander Trocchi
Adapted and Directed by Alan McKendrick

Cast:
Ian Hanmore (Game of Thrones, Young Adam)
Lou Prendergast
Ross Mann

Performances:

Wed 26th March 7pm (£8/£10)
Thurs 27th March 7pm (£10/£12)
Fri 28th March 7pm (£10/£12)
Sat 29th March 6.30pm (£10/£12)

Behaviour Day Passes are available for £20/£16 or see everything with a Festival Pass for £48/£38

Book now by calling 0141 565 1000, online at www.thearches.co.uk, or visit The Arches Box Office at 253 Argyle Street, G2 8DL.

 The Arches, 253 Argyle Street, G2 8DL Glasgow,

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