Glengarry Glen Ross depicts the lives of four real estate salesmen, working in the thick of the cut-throat business environment of the 1980’s.

Set in bustling Chicago, this play is about the selfish and greedy plight each man embarks upon to close his client deals ahead of his colleagues and win 'top dog' prize for sales, a Cadillac. 

But how far are they willing to go? No act of manipulation, bribery, intimidation or burglary is ruled out here – the fight is on.


David Mamet uses this simple plot, plucked from his very own experience of working for a short stint in a real estate office in the 1960’s, as a vehicle to explore the way in which language can be used to manipulate, persuade and charm.

The juxtaposition between the harsh and incessant profanities used by the men in the office and the buttery sweetness of the language they use when attempting to sell vast plots of land to potential clients is quite uncanny.

Mamet also gently mocks the consumerist ‘gimme more’ attitude that swept over America during the boom years and demonstrates, through his characters, and in particular, through the outstanding monologue of Richard Roma, played perfectly by Steve Huggins, that status and riches doesn’t always result in happiness.


This production of a well-known classic was performed with outstanding accuracy, innovation and flair. The multi-purpose stage set was spectacular and added to the atmosphere of each scene.

The stellar cast produced a sharp portrayal of each character and worked excellently together. The main action of each scene was separated by fantastically pitched music or dramatic movement which helped to join each scene together and added to the fluidity and vibe of the production.

This was an excellent performance all round and I would highly recommend going to see this before it ends on Saturday.