Eithne Brown to star in Pass the Parcel coming soon to Liverpool’s Royal Court

Liverpool’s Royal Court Studio is kicking off 2025 with Pass the Parcel, a debut full-length play by talented writer Sarah Whitehead.

Running from 23 January – 8 February, Pass the Parcel promises to captivate audiences with its mix of humour, and heartfelt moments.

Eithne Browne, Jessica May Buxton, Katie Erich and Hayley Sheen will star in the show written by Sarah Whitehead, whose short play A Christmas Lift featured as part of Stocking Fillers in 2024.

The show is directed by Nicole Behan and Designed by Eleanor Ferguson.

Pass the Parcel opens with the news that Lilly Gray has passed away. She leaves behind three (mostly) loving daughters, a nice little hairdressers and a lot of untidy memories.

Lindsay is sorting out the funeral because, well, that’s what she does. Kelly’s too young, even though she’s 28, and Mona? Mona’s the eldest but unless it involves crystals, patchouli oil or an ascendant Mercury with a waning Moon then she’s not interested.

They’ve gathered here today to listen to Lilly’s old CD player and tease out memories of times gone by. Layer after layer is unearthed until they find their present in the past.

Sarah Whitehead’s Pass The Parcel invites you to join the family as they remember the good times, the bad times and some that may not have happened at all. Listen carefully because when the music stops, the stories begin.

Sarah, came through the Royal Court’s Stage Write programme for new and emerging writing talent.

Sarah said:

“I feel really lucky to have my work put on by the Royal Court; they care so much about their audience. The actors, director and production staff are so talented there. It’s a privilege to see my first full-length play come to life there.”