Enda Walsh directs 30th‑anniversary revival of Disco Pigs in Cork

Enda Walsh directed a major revival of his play Disco Pigs at Cork’s Everyman Theatre on Friday, marking the work’s 30th anniversary.

The production, staged by Corcadorca, featured Séamus McLean Ross as Pig and Aoise Meaney as Runt, two 17‑year‑old characters navigating the pubs and clubs of “Pork City”. Walsh’s direction was his first time helming the play, which originally debuted at the Triskel in 1996.

Reviewers noted the high production values, including detailed costuming, set design, lighting and sound, and praised the authenticity of Cork references such as Roy Keane, Tanora and 1990s cultural touchstones.

While the Cork accent proved challenging for Scottish‑born McLean Ross, his performance was described as “outstanding”, balancing bravado with vulnerability. Meaney’s portrayal of Runt was called a “revelation”, conveying determination and a glimpse of life beyond the city.

Some audience members found it difficult to catch every line, but the overall response was one of rapt attention, especially during the play’s climactic moments.

Walsh’s involvement was hailed as a gift to the city that nurtured his talent, reinforcing the enduring power of the script.

Source: Irish Examiner. Photo: Arto Suraj / Pexels.