Out To Lunch 2025

Written and performed by Ruairi Conaghan. Directed by Patrick O’Kane.

In this compelling and moving solo play, Downton Abbey’s Ruairi Conaghan tells the story of the murder of a loved one and the lasting and unpredictable trauma that flowed from it.

At a time when the violent legacies of Northern Ireland’s recent past have never been more important to talk about, this acclaimed show uses storytelling, song, poetry, humour, cinema and Shakespeare to tell this courageous, joyous, uplifting tale of recovery.

Performed with raw, courageous, soul-bearing honesty. If we can find empathy, there is always hope.

Selected Edinburgh Fringe reviews:

5 *****   “ I was profoundly utterly moved by Conaghans compelling play. An honest, important representation of the healing power of Theatre”   THREEWEEKS EDINBURGH

5*****   “ A master storyteller,using his skills with language to induce tears and laughter in equal amounts,”   ONE4REVIEW

“ An extraordinary solo performance with a deeply human story that resonates long after leaving the venue.”  FRINGE REVIEW

4****   “A fearless performance that comes straight from the heart” THE LIST

4****   “ Conaghan is a gifted and charismatic storyteller keeping the audience hanging on every word.”  BROADWAY BABY

4****    “ Conaghan’s brave story makes every emotion come to the surface” ENTERTAINMENT NOW

4****   “ Heartfelt, full of love, emotional, moving and rendered with grace” NORTH WEST END UK