PLAYS
AN INSPECTOR CALLS (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
AN INSPECTOR CALLS
YEAR: 2009
overview
Following on from its successful UK Tour, JB Classic Thriller an Inspector calls opened at the Novello Theatre on 22nd September 2009. Stephen Daldry's multi-award winning ground breaking production has previously enjoyed successful runs in the West End and on Broadway.
visit the official website
YEAR: 2009
overview
Following on from its successful UK Tour, JB Classic Thriller an Inspector calls opened at the Novello Theatre on 22nd September 2009. Stephen Daldry's multi-award winning ground breaking production has previously enjoyed successful runs in the West End and on Broadway.
visit the official website
RAINMAN (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
RAINMAN
YEAR: 2008/09
Adapted for the stage by Dan Gordon. Based on the MGM Motion Picture.
Story by Barry Morrow Directed by Robin Herford
overview
Neil Morrissey (Men Behaving Badly, Waterloo Road) and Oliver Chris (Green Wing, The Office) star in this funny, touching and heart-warming story, adapted for the stage from the 1988 Oscar winning movie which famously paired Dustin Hoffman with Tom Cruise.
Following the death of his father, Charlie Babbitt finds out that ‘his’ inheritance has been bequeathed to an unknown beneficiary. Hot on the trail of the cash, Charlie embarks on a life-changing journey across America, from Ohio to Las Vegas, where he discovers the meaning of unconditional love through Raymond, an older brother he never knew he had.”
YEAR: 2008/09
Adapted for the stage by Dan Gordon. Based on the MGM Motion Picture.
Story by Barry Morrow Directed by Robin Herford
overview
Neil Morrissey (Men Behaving Badly, Waterloo Road) and Oliver Chris (Green Wing, The Office) star in this funny, touching and heart-warming story, adapted for the stage from the 1988 Oscar winning movie which famously paired Dustin Hoffman with Tom Cruise.
Following the death of his father, Charlie Babbitt finds out that ‘his’ inheritance has been bequeathed to an unknown beneficiary. Hot on the trail of the cash, Charlie embarks on a life-changing journey across America, from Ohio to Las Vegas, where he discovers the meaning of unconditional love through Raymond, an older brother he never knew he had.”
HOBSON'S CHOICE (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
HOBSON'S CHOICE
YEAR: 2007/2008
By Harold Brighouse
overview
With John Savident in the title role and a co-production with the Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Church’s hilarious touching production has been delighting theatres all over the country. Outstanding support from Carolyn Backhouse and Dylan Charles as Maggie and Will respectively.
YEAR: 2007/2008
By Harold Brighouse
overview
With John Savident in the title role and a co-production with the Chichester Festival Theatre, Jonathan Church’s hilarious touching production has been delighting theatres all over the country. Outstanding support from Carolyn Backhouse and Dylan Charles as Maggie and Will respectively.
BEDROOM FARCE (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
BEDROOM FARCE
YEAR: 2007
By Alan Ayckbourn
overview
This popular favourite proved a big hit with regional audiences in a lovingly presented revival directed by Ayckbourn stalwart Robin Herford. Cast included Louise Jameson, Colin Baker, Natalie Cassidy, Beth Cordingly, Tim Watson, James Midgely, Ben Porter and Hannah Yelland.
YEAR: 2007
By Alan Ayckbourn
overview
This popular favourite proved a big hit with regional audiences in a lovingly presented revival directed by Ayckbourn stalwart Robin Herford. Cast included Louise Jameson, Colin Baker, Natalie Cassidy, Beth Cordingly, Tim Watson, James Midgely, Ben Porter and Hannah Yelland.
MARRYING THE MISTRESS (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
MARRYING THE MISTRESS
YEAR: 2006
By Joanna Trollope adapted for the stage by David Taylor
overview
This controversial new play turned on it’s head the conventional theory that a husband who pursues happiness with a mistress must necessarily be in the wrong. Audiences were often heard arguing amongst themselves as they left the theatre. Adrian Lukis, Caroline Langrishe, Jeremy Clyde and Polly Adams starred.
YEAR: 2006
By Joanna Trollope adapted for the stage by David Taylor
overview
This controversial new play turned on it’s head the conventional theory that a husband who pursues happiness with a mistress must necessarily be in the wrong. Audiences were often heard arguing amongst themselves as they left the theatre. Adrian Lukis, Caroline Langrishe, Jeremy Clyde and Polly Adams starred.
STRANGERS ON A TRAIN (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
STRANGERS ON A TRAIN
YEAR: 2006
By Craig Warner based on a novel by Patricia Highsmith
overview
‘Two Strangers, Two Murders, No Motive’ - Despite superb and committed performances from an all star cast including Colin Baker, Anita Harris, Alex Ferns, Will Thorp and Leah Bracknell, ‘Strangers’ didn’t quite reach the heights of Hitchcock’s classic psychological thriller or thrill the audiences in the way that the producers had hoped. (Oh well, you can’t win ‘em all!)
YEAR: 2006
By Craig Warner based on a novel by Patricia Highsmith
overview
‘Two Strangers, Two Murders, No Motive’ - Despite superb and committed performances from an all star cast including Colin Baker, Anita Harris, Alex Ferns, Will Thorp and Leah Bracknell, ‘Strangers’ didn’t quite reach the heights of Hitchcock’s classic psychological thriller or thrill the audiences in the way that the producers had hoped. (Oh well, you can’t win ‘em all!)
ARSENIC & OLD LACE (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
ARSENIC & OLD LACE
YEAR: 2005
By Joseph Kesselring, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse
overview
Proving that sometimes the ‘oldens are still the gooduns’ this touring production proved hugely successful in the provinces starring tv favourites Angela Thorne and Brigit Forsythe as the two old dears with a penchant for murder. Excellent support was provided by Sylvester McCoy, Andy Havill, Huw Higginson and Reanne Farley. The play was excellently directed by Robin Herford and toured again the following year with Louise Jameson and Sherrie Hewson as the crazy spinsters and Wayne Sleep as the mad doctor!
YEAR: 2005
By Joseph Kesselring, Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse
overview
Proving that sometimes the ‘oldens are still the gooduns’ this touring production proved hugely successful in the provinces starring tv favourites Angela Thorne and Brigit Forsythe as the two old dears with a penchant for murder. Excellent support was provided by Sylvester McCoy, Andy Havill, Huw Higginson and Reanne Farley. The play was excellently directed by Robin Herford and toured again the following year with Louise Jameson and Sherrie Hewson as the crazy spinsters and Wayne Sleep as the mad doctor!
THE SHELLSEEKERS (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
THE SHELLSEEKERS
YEAR: 2004
Adapted for the stage by Terence Brady and Charlotte Bingham based on the international ‘best seller’ by Rosamunde Pilcher.
overview
One of the nations favourite books became one of the country’s most popular plays in this sharply observed beautifully crafted family drama. The play was initially mounted with Stephanie Cole playing the matriarch Penelope Keeling with strong support from Veronica Roberts, Karen Drury and Ian Shaw as her three rather unpleasant children. The original cast also include Paul Chapman, Tim Carlton and Martin Wimbush. The role of Penelope was played by Susannah York and Rosemary Leach on subsequent tours.
YEAR: 2004
Adapted for the stage by Terence Brady and Charlotte Bingham based on the international ‘best seller’ by Rosamunde Pilcher.
overview
One of the nations favourite books became one of the country’s most popular plays in this sharply observed beautifully crafted family drama. The play was initially mounted with Stephanie Cole playing the matriarch Penelope Keeling with strong support from Veronica Roberts, Karen Drury and Ian Shaw as her three rather unpleasant children. The original cast also include Paul Chapman, Tim Carlton and Martin Wimbush. The role of Penelope was played by Susannah York and Rosemary Leach on subsequent tours.
MY BOY JACK (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
MY BOY JACK
YEAR: 2004
By David Haig
overview
This touring production starring David Haig and Belinda Lang was a moving and compelling account of the life of one of England’s most prolific writers, Rudyard Kipling. It tells of Kipling’s dogged determination to send his young teenage son to the trenches – a patriotic act which triggers a bitter family conflict. The play was recently adapted for Television by David Haig and starred Daniel Radcliffe as Jack, David Haig and Kim Cattrall as his parents.
YEAR: 2004
By David Haig
overview
This touring production starring David Haig and Belinda Lang was a moving and compelling account of the life of one of England’s most prolific writers, Rudyard Kipling. It tells of Kipling’s dogged determination to send his young teenage son to the trenches – a patriotic act which triggers a bitter family conflict. The play was recently adapted for Television by David Haig and starred Daniel Radcliffe as Jack, David Haig and Kim Cattrall as his parents.
THE SHAPE OF THINGS (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
THE SHAPE OF THINGS
YEAR: 2004
By Neil Labute
overview
Inspired by a brilliant production of The Shape of Things at the Almeida at King’s Cross starring Rachel Weisz, Kenny was determined to bring this excellent modern play to a wider audience. The play asks the complicated question ‘How far would you go for love?’ and the answer is a provocative exploration of manipulation, sex and art. Alicia Witt, Enzo Cilenti, Sienna Guillory and James Murray starred in a brilliant new version of the play superbly directed by Julian Webber. The play ran at the Ambassadors Theatre for a limited run.
YEAR: 2004
By Neil Labute
overview
Inspired by a brilliant production of The Shape of Things at the Almeida at King’s Cross starring Rachel Weisz, Kenny was determined to bring this excellent modern play to a wider audience. The play asks the complicated question ‘How far would you go for love?’ and the answer is a provocative exploration of manipulation, sex and art. Alicia Witt, Enzo Cilenti, Sienna Guillory and James Murray starred in a brilliant new version of the play superbly directed by Julian Webber. The play ran at the Ambassadors Theatre for a limited run.
CORPSE (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
CORPSE
YEAR: 2002
by Gerald Moon
overview
Gerald Moon’s wonderful comedy thriller starred Mark McGann, Colin Baker and Louise Jameson and was directed by Robin Herford. Sibling rivalry is taken to the extreme when Evelyn, a ‘resting’ actor engages the genial but shady Major Powell to dispose of his identical twin brother in order to assume his persona and inherit his riches. The play is packed full with surprises, theatrical tricks and hokum as one actor plays both of the twins and sometimes appears to be seen as both characters on stage at the same time.
YEAR: 2002
by Gerald Moon
overview
Gerald Moon’s wonderful comedy thriller starred Mark McGann, Colin Baker and Louise Jameson and was directed by Robin Herford. Sibling rivalry is taken to the extreme when Evelyn, a ‘resting’ actor engages the genial but shady Major Powell to dispose of his identical twin brother in order to assume his persona and inherit his riches. The play is packed full with surprises, theatrical tricks and hokum as one actor plays both of the twins and sometimes appears to be seen as both characters on stage at the same time.
GASPING (CLICK TO OPEN/CLOSE)
GASPING
YEAR: 2000
by Ben Elton
overview
Ben Elton’s West End hit enjoyed a make over and a moderate success based on the brilliant comic timing of actor David Haig in a new touring production directed by Paul Jepson. A second tour followed with actor Ian Reddington. Neil Stacy provided sterling support to both.
YEAR: 2000
by Ben Elton
overview
Ben Elton’s West End hit enjoyed a make over and a moderate success based on the brilliant comic timing of actor David Haig in a new touring production directed by Paul Jepson. A second tour followed with actor Ian Reddington. Neil Stacy provided sterling support to both.