Book and Lyrics: Mary Bracken Phillips Music: Patrick Meegan WINNER OF NINE BAY AREA CIRCLE AWARDS! "Brimstone" is set in 1998 Belfast where the bloody dance between Irish and English, Catholic and Protestant, continues with fury. Eamon Dunne, is "the man who walked away". A prestigious architectural scholarship from Princeton University had taken Eamon out of strife filled Northern Ireland eight years before. At the plays's start, Eamon has returned home to attend the funeral of his brother, an Irish Republican Army terrorist gunned down by the police. In an attempt to come to grips with his brother's death, Eamon must confront his own pacifism in the face of increasing violence. He also must confront the wild spirited Miraid, the woman that he left behind convinced by a family determined to keep him safe in America, that she no longer loved him. Though the plot is complicated by the presence of spies and counter spies, "Brimstone" is basically a love story framed by betrayal, both political and emotional...that rare theatrical bird-an exciting new musical based on a compelling original story.” Christian Science Monitor “…tackles the complex issues of patriotism, honor and love with a vibrant blend of rousing music and poignant drama…A truly great evening of theatre." Boston Herald "A daring work that should make all the revivalists hang their heads in shame. Mere entertainment turns to art." Albany Times Union "…captures the unfathomable heartache of civil war. The writers never glorify violence, never paint "The Troubles" in simple shades of orange and green. The piece pulses because the writers understand the human spirit." Boston Globe "the most involving, lyrical, beautifully written and performed original work I've seen in several years…" San Francisco Bay Times "...Phillips' forceful book and lyrics and Meegan's sweetly anguished Irish score spin a tale of love betrayal and terrorism...about complicated, flawed and moving people, not one dimensional heroes and villains." San Francisco Chronicle “…soars with emotion and fire…an important show, something that shouldn't be missed.” San Francisco Times "The lyrics and dialogue convey the chilling truths about not only Irish society, but society in general. The music is nothing short of beautiful." Martinez News ...the lyrics and music are haunting, fun, refreshing and powerful, resonating again in my mind as I write this. Mary Bracken Phillips is still one of the very best lyricists today and I still love this show. If you have not seen it then by all means put it high on your list." Rossmore Times 
 
BRIMSTONE
 
 “Exciting”! Compelling”! “Daring”! “Relevant”!
 “Emotional Powerhouse”! “Absolutely Should Not
  Be Missed”!
...”the audience favorite - and most requested musical we’ve ever produced.” Willows Theatre BRIMSTONE
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