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The play - written by Jim McClenaghan and Carl Campbell, and winner of the 2008 Greer Garson award - will feature an all star local cast including actor and director Jim Lecky, Gerry Dorrity and Conor Barr.

Mickey Doherty’s character has been asked along to a poker game by his long suffering brother-in-law Dougie. Mickey’s character, Daniel is asked to pretend to be straight so that Dougie doesn’t lose face in front of his poker buddies.

Gerry Dorrity said: “All is well to begin with, but as they say in Derry ‘when the drink’s in, the wit’s out!’ “Inevitably the secret leaks out and Daniel comes in for a bit of a hard time from Dougie and his mucker Barry. The language and humour are strong, although Daniel defends himself well, and actually comes out the better after his altercation.

“Mickey has found this role quite demanding, as he is used to portraying a more flamboyant character, although he believes it should be seen by everyone. The play exposes some people’s homophobic attitudes with innocent and often humorous disregard.”

‘Dealing with Dougie’ will come to The Playhouse on Wednesday, March 15 and Thursday, March 16 at 8pm. Tickets are £11/£8 and are available from The Playhouse Box Office on (08)71268027 or online at www.derryplayhouse.co.uk