The Ties That Bind

Those with a mere £15 to spend and a spare couple of hours should head to The Royal Court before April 7 to see Lucy Caldwell's arresting play Leaves. Set against the backdrop of The Troubles the play deals with the sense of shock, anger, confusion and isolation caused by a family suicide attempt. Unanswered questions and the confusing twist of cause and effect combine with touches of humour to create a deeply privileged insight into the darker side of being a family that we all recognise. Caldwell's first play bodes well for the future.