No. 65 - Joe Ferrell & Joe Gatton - THE WEIR

Joe Farrell, veteran director with a distinguished 60-year career, and actor Joe Gatton, well-known in the Lexington theater scene, join host Kate Savage to discuss their upcoming production of Conor McPherson’s "The Weir" at the Antagonist Theatre. The conversation explores the play’s haunting Irish folklore, its setting in a rural pub where ghost stories are shared to impress—and ultimately reveal—the inner lives of the characters. Joe Farrell and Joe Gatton reflect on their collaboration, the thrill of working in an intimate 60-seat space, and the challenges and joys of recreating Irish accents and atmosphere. The cast and creative team’s deep connection to the material promises a riveting and cathartic experience for Lexington audiences. Tickets are available online through Antagonist Productions, and listeners are encouraged not to miss this nuanced exploration of loneliness, vulnerability, and grace.For more and to connect with us, visit https://www.artsconnectlex.org/art-throb-podcast.html