Director's Note: 



A Clockwork Orange is a play steeped in social, political and even religious metaphor. 
Anthony Burgess’ satirical critique of governmental corruption is arguably even more potent in the present political climate than it was in 1962 and the Chaplain’s wavering faith in God reflects decreasing importance of religion in Western society. The play’s importance was rejuvenated in 2011 when riots swept across the country. Had 
the rioting not been quelled, and been left to fester for three years, our current social climate might not be too dissimilar to the yob-infested dystopia of A Clockwork Orange. Therefore its cultural importance, combined with the notoriety associated 
with Stanley Kubrick’s film adaption makes it a solid choice for a piece of theatre. It’s poignant, relevant, and a sure seller.

However, if I’m honest, not one of those things factored in to my selection of the show. I chose it because I love it! I love the language. I love the characters. I love the story. And, consequently, I have loved directing this play amongst such fine actors, 
technicians, designers and (most importantly) friends. Because, for me, that’s the chief importance of student theatre: doing what you love with people you love. My overuse of the word ‘love’ somewhat captures the essence of the past nine weeks of rehearsals. There has really has been a plenitude of laughter, hugs and “touchy-feely 
bollocks” to paraphrase my dearest lighting designer. For such a warm experience I owe you all my deepest gratitude and thanks:

Firstly my Technical Officer Mr James Bailey, whose quiet, considered professionalism has kept this show’s production firmly on track. Is right Jimmy lad. James Donnelly for literally working full time on creating one of the most impressive and atmospheric sets I’ve seen in my SuTCo career. Your future is a bright one my friend! 
Thank you to Stu and the Seven Hills Media team for filming the show and concocting a terrifically terrifying poster and trailer (my personal favourite of yours to datekeep them coming!). Nice one Hamish for being on board from the very beginning and boxing off some laughin’ lights. Joe Bunce, your ‘sound’ dedication to the production has been a treat! Thank you to Jess and Liz for finding costumes for fourteen 
cast members and forty individual characters, I’m still not sure how you did it! To Andrew Greenwood and your ineffable band- thank you and well done indeed. Essie, Sian, Katherine, Holly, Eleanor and Aislinn- you guys are fun. Oh and Ollie... my poppet. Cast- remember Seven Deadly Sins? Good crack eh! To Sarah and my housemates- thank you for still liking me despite my infrequent presence. 

Finally: Tamar and Thalia. My birds with funny names. It started with you two. Maybe if I’m lucky it’ll end spooning you both on Sunday morning. But just in case it doesn’tthank you for being with me every step of the way. You’re sick.