The play tells the story of a young couple, Cathy (played by Carol White) and Reg (Ray Brooks). Initially their relationship flourishes and they have a child and move into a modern home. When Reg is injured and loses his well-paid job, they are evicted by bailiffs, and they face a life of poverty and unemployment, illegally squatting in empty houses and staying in shelters. Finally, Cathy has her children taken away by social services.
After the parties, jobs, and hook-ups well into their thirties, eight friends are trying to hold on to their group as they learn that while growing up is hard, staying close is harder.
Dragonfly is about unlikely friendships. Seeing a lack of care, COLLEEN decides to care for ELSIE. Never sure of her motivations, Dragonfly is a chillingly tense narrative that will make you question your preconceived judgements.
