A POWERFUL new play exploring the realities of addiction and recovery is coming to Haddington.
The Junkie Miracles, a production by 12 Step Productions, will be staged at Haddington Corn Exchange on Saturday, April 4, at 7.30pm, by The Brunton.
The play is written by award-winning Scottish playwright Des Dillon, who is known for his work Singin’ I'm No a Billy He's a Tim.
The production tells the raw and emotional stories of four addicts who have reached the lowest point in their lives.
Des said: "I asked these people to tell me about the worst day of their lives, the day they hit rock bottom, and made them want to recover.
"Here, they do that with great effect."
The play is directed by Stuart Falconer, who also acts in the play; a recovering addict himself, he brings a personal understanding to the performance.
Mr Falconer said: "This is not just theatre. It’s testimony. It’s recovery.
"It’s proof that even in the darkest attic, a miracle can happen."
Des stated that The Junkie Miracles gives voice to stories of addiction that he believes are rarely heard by the wider public.
Despite its hard-hitting subject matter, organisers say the play also offers moments of humour and hope, focusing on the possibility of redemption and change.
The cast features Samantha Dodds (EastEnders, Doctors, 2000 Acres of Skye), Stephen Andrew-Grant (The Lieutenant of Inishmore – Citizens Theatre, Shrek – Beacon Arts Centre), Elaine Ramage, Mary Waters and Will Speirs.
Stuart said the play aimed to challenge preconceptions and open up dialogue, saying: "They’re real accounts from people who’ve lived through it, survived it and now share them as part of their healing, detailing the depths of their struggles and the transformative experiences that prompted them to seek help.
"This play aims to broaden public acceptance, awareness and empathy to all addictions and to do so in a dramatic and enjoyable way with the hope that it will open people’s minds and encourage discussion and debate on this terrible illness in our country."
Tickets to the show and more information can be found at thebrunton.co.uk
Audience members from previous tour dates last year have described the play as "honest, funny, sad and beautifully put together."
The Haddington performance will include a post-show Q&A with the company.
The play is recommended for ages 14 and above due to its mature themes and content.
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