The Nine Lives of Roddy Hogg

The play is aimed at pupils in transition from Primary to Secondary school in order to increase awareness of the consequences of risk-taking behaviour common to this age group. Roddy Hogg goes to secondary school for the first time and life looks good. He is witty and cool, one of the most popular guys in first year. His fooling around has never got him into any real trouble and he is convinced that nothing can touch him. As he moves into second year, disregard for his personal safety manifests itself in his impulsive behaviour. Roddy’s sister Jane has an energy for life which is spent at all the different clubs that the school has to offer. Her concern for Roddy’s safety makes no impression on him. As the stupidity of his actions becomes more apparent he begins to lose his friends and the dramatic events that loom ahead of him change his life forever.

“Just to let you know that Baldy Bane performed at our school yesterday and were very well received by our S1’s. The four actors were excellent and really got the message across with the play. Thanks very much for an entertaining and thought provoking experience.”

Funded by RSS and booked through local road safety teams.