McGregor & Cumming Unite for "Supernova" Stage Play

Scottish actors Ewan McGregor and Alan Cumming will collaborate on stage for the first time in "Supernova," a theatrical adaptation of Harry Macqueen's 2020 film. The play will be performed at the Pitlochry Festival Theatre during the summer of 2027. This production marks Macqueen's debut as a playwright, adapting his own screenplay, with John Tiffany directing.

"Supernova" tells the story of Sam and Tusker, a couple of 20 years whose lives are profoundly impacted by Tusker's diagnosis of early-onset dementia. They embark on a road trip to revisit cherished memories and confront their future. The play is described as a poignant examination of love and sacrifice.

The production features a creative team including movement director Steven Hoggart and designer Jamie Harrison. Both Cumming and McGregor expressed enthusiasm for the project and their collaboration, highlighting the story's emotional depth and the quality of the creative team.