As well as Cardiff, theatres in Woking, Milton Keynes, Newcastle and Belfast have also been included on the itinerary for the Kenneth Branagh-directed play.

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Fly-half James Hook directed play in the driving wind and rain at Galway's Sportsground, landing a penalty before his delightful chip made Walker's try.

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Simpson, who directed the play, says Linklater's background as an actor helped him be sensitive to the needs of the performers and creative team.

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