Odyssey '84

Odyssey '84 Synopsis

So. Man of many turns. Tell us your story. From the beginning.

As the strike begins miner John O'Donnell finds himself thrust into a fight for survival, taking him far from South Wales. Meanwhile, at home, his wife Penny goes on her own epic personal journey whilst striving to support her community. When they are finally reunited, they find that their very different journeys have transformed their lives forever.

Set against the backdrop of one of the most turbulent periods in our recent history, Odyssey '84 promises a spectacular theatre experience. This major new play tells of the adventures our ideals take us on.

This edition was published to coincide with the production at The Sherman in Cardiff.