Vicky Featherstone chats to Abi Morgan about 27

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National Theatre of Scotland Artistic Director Vicky Featherstone chats to writer Abi Morgan about her new play, 27.

27 is a new play from acclaimed writer Abi Morgan about loneliness, ageing, science and the loss of our sense of self.

Dr Richard Garfield has given Ursula a difficult choice. She is the Mother Superior in waiting of a convent that has been given the opportunity to take part in his revolutionary scientific study. This American study would require that the Nuns donate their brains after death to potentially unlock the mysteries of Alzheimer's and dementia.

Drawing on research contained within the book and study Aging with Grace, 27 is an extraordinary examination of a lifestyle in decline, but it could hold the key to the issues of our times -- our ageing population and the decline of our minds.

27 is a co-production with Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh.
21 Oct - 12 Nov 2011

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