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The Last Wolf in Ireland
WRITTEN BY RACHEL THORNTON
DIRECTED BY RACHEL THORNTON & ÚNA NOLAN
PRODUCED BY LUCY RICHARD-SMYRK
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The predecessor to “The Zombie Monologues”, “The Last Wolf in Ireland”, won Best Original Writing, Best Overall Production and Best Actor at the Irish Society Drama Awards in 2022.
In March 2025, “The Last Wolf in Ireland” had a five-night run in the Smock Alley Theatre, with Will Farren and Jack Donoghue returning to the roles of unlikely friends, Noah and Colm.
Set in Stoneybatter, The Last Wolf in Ireland” is a darkly comic and gripping two-hander exploring transformation, friendship, and survival. The production promised a thrilling and unforgettable night of cinematic theatre for its audiences.
The play featured an 11-piece original score composed by Joshua McNutt. Choreographer Zara Brennan served as the play's movement expert, working with Farren on his character Noah's particularly challenging werewolf transformation scene.
This run of “The Last Wolf in Ireland” was produced by Belly of the Whale Theatre Company.
Speaking about the play, writer and co-director Rachel Thornton said: "This story is about transformation in every sense—physical, emotional, and relational. It’s about the limits of friendship, the fear of change, and the beauty of acceptance. I can't wait for audiences to experience it."
“The Last Wolf in Ireland” received a 4.5 star review from The Reviews Hub, and was described as ‘a a must see for Irish theatre lovers.’
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THE STORY
“Noah has recently contracted lycanthropy.
At twelve o’clock tonight, he will forcibly and violently transform into a wolf.
Fortunately for him, he has found a nice spot in a derelict house in Stoneybatter to isolate himself until the transformation passes. Unfortunately for him, his irrepressibly positive best friend Colm has arrived unannounced to offer unwanted moral support.
What follows is a spontaneous and highly comedic sleepover, where Noah and Colm’s physical and emotional transformation unfolds.”
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Will Farren
as NOAH WALSH
(he/him)
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Jack Donoghue
as COLM MCCLUSKEY
(he/him)
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“Colm, played by Jack Donoghue, is determined to stay with his friend despite what’s about to happen ‘around midnight’. The two actors have wonderful chemistry akin to the old friends their characters are supposed to be. From arguments, heart to hearts, being a little drunk and the casual ease of familiar friendship, these actors keep you gripped for the whole play.”
☾⋆˙⟡ CREW ⟡˙⋆☾
DIRECTED BY Rachel Thornton & Úna Nolan
PRODUCED BY Lucy Richards-Smyrk
PRODUCTION ASSISTED BY Faith Olasogba
LIGHTING DESIGN BY Ash Dawes
SET DESIGN BY Isabel Hamilton
COSTUME DESIGN, HAIR & MAKE-UP BY Luke Duffy
SOUND DESIGN BY Lizzy Vehrs
PRODUCTION MANAGED BY Saoirse Carey
CHOREOGRAPHY BY Zara Brennan
ORIGINAL MUSIC BY Joshua McNutt
POSTER DESIGN BY Gemma Bovenizer
MARKETING & WEBSITE DESIGN BY Hannah Thornton