Event

The Steamie

'The Steamie' by Tony Roper

Presented on location in the last remaining Glasgow wash house; Govanhill Baths.

Tony Roper's iconic play 'The Steamie' is a hilarious, often bittersweet, portrait of working class Glasgow in the 1950s. This touching tale centres around four women who have gathered at the local Steamie on Hogmanay, completing one last laundry load before the New Year. They share stories of men and mince, dreams and aspirations - with plenty of laughs along the way! Tears are shed as the women reminisce over a lost way of life; as steamies are rapidly becoming overshadowed by laundrettes and they realise that nothing will be the same again.

Govanhill Baths houses the only remaining Glasgow steamie, and the Edwardian building itself provides a perfect backdrop to this production. Here, the original structure can still be seen, with a set which comprises of reproduction pieces and genuine features. The building is well-loved by locals, for many of whom the social issues at the heart of the play still ring true. The venue lends a special relevance to this production, drawing audiences from the surrounding area and far beyond.

This beloved comedy came second in an online poll for 'STV's Best Loved Shows'. It has enjoyed a series of revivals, each time delighting audiences with famous scenes; the most notable perhaps being Mrs Culfeathers' fixation with "Galloway's marvellous mince".

Cast includes: Alison May (Dolly), Anne-Marie Feeney (Magrit), Marianne Boyle (Doreen), Margaret Burns (Mrs Culfeathers), Robert William Radcliffe (Andy)

Directed by: Jennifer Joyes
Presented by: Govanhill Theatre Group
Written by: Tony Roper (songs by Dave Anderson)

For group discounts, please call Phone Govanhill Baths on 0141 433 2999 to arrange

(Wheelchair access only possible via Kingarth Street entrance, please call 0141 433 2999 to arrange)