Chance of a Lifetime

"Play" by Robert Holman delves into the lives of two brothers growing up in a rural comprehensive school in Teeside. Focusing on their struggles with identity and family dynamics, we follow the story as the older brother, Gordon, makes the life-altering decision to join the army. Unfortunately, his choice leads to tragic consequences as he is killed by the IRA in Northern Ireland. The grief felt by the remaining family members intensifies when the younger brother blames their father for allowing Gordon to enlist. The narrative unfolds with raw emotions and thought-provoking themes of familial relationships, political ideologies, and the cost of war on young lives. Through powerful dialogue and captivating storytelling, Holman's play invites viewers to reflect on the impact of personal choices and societal expectations in times of conflict and hardship.