Stanislaus and James

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Theatre (drama, spoken word)

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Trieste, 1953. James and Stanislaus Joyce were once as close as two brothers can be. But when they had moved from Dublin to Trieste by 1905, they gradually grew apart. Why did their relationship not flourish? Stanislaus remained in Trieste while James relocated to Paris and then Zurich.  Stanislaus, with a mixture of envy and regret, reminisces about their ambivalent, sometimes fractious, relationship. They met in Paris for the last time in 1926. James died in 1941. Stanislaus was the addressee of the last note he wrote. He died in 1955, on the 16th of June, Bloomsday.

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Thom Cantwell 37 days ago

Stanislaus and James offers a unique insight into the persona of James Joyce and not just the writer. Stanislaus, the younger brother, from the vantage point of 1953 looks back at his long symbiotic relationship with his famous sibling and his reflections are tinged with resentment, envy, anger and a dose of humour. So many streams of feelings all seamlessly flowing through Irish writer John O'Byrne's excellent script and all wonderfully portrayed by actor Neil O'Shea who effortlessly captures the mood (and the audience) whether lyrical, dramatic, humorous or tragic. Compelling as it is entertaining this play will go beyond the fringe.

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Marie-Louise Mills 38 days ago

Stanislaus & James

Actor Neil O'shea breathes life and full blown energy into John Byrnes play on the enigmatic brother of James Joyce. Through O'sheas lyrical delivery this venue needs no props just a quiet thoughtful focus on Joyce's little know brother, whose self sacrifice contributed into his brother's success. Beautifully played and written. I'd like to see more of this combination!
Marie-Louise Brulatour Mills

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John Parham 38 days ago

The beautifully relaxed style of Neil O'Shea has rekindled my interest in the writings of the Joyce brothers. An entertaining hour with the relationship between Stanislaus and James exposed through the eyes of the younger brother, needs no previous appreciation of either author. Enthralling!
Thank you Neil

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Joyce fan 42 days ago

Atmospheric, poignant and thought-provoking. Great story telling and great writing. Will linger long in the memory. Highly recommended.

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Joseph Hoyle 43 days ago

A niche topic, well explained. “Stanislaus and James” is a rare find. A passionately performed one man show documenting two lifetimes of literary history in a short 40 minutes. A worthwhile watch for both the uninitiated and the expert. Thoroughly enjoyed and will remain in the mind for many fringes to come.

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