“In our marriage we started at the bottom, and we’re working our way down.” So the frustrated, talented, ambitious and beautiful Susan Foster bemoans her ill-fated marriage to the unemployed, un-ambitious, mediocre Brian. Next door the successful, attractive, demanding Douglas struggles to cope with his uninspiring wife, Audrey. Susan’s uncle, Insurance assessor Hubert Simkins, knows his niece only too well, and sees trouble ahead.
When Brian’s mother calls, bringing her motley group of friends, Susan is surprised to find an unexpected opportunity for excitement and a challenge. A natural leader she soon finds herself managing this little gang and growing the “business”, with the help of the wayward young Paula, from petty pilfering to something much more lucrative, but increasingly fraught with danger.
This is a hilarious farce by David Appleford, with some very astute characterisation and a cleverly constructed plot. With a huge cast of 13, you will find all your old favourites here, plus guest appearances from retirees, and two debut performances. This will be gala evening, not to be missed.
Directed by Mary Stephenson, the plays runs from Thursday 22nd to Saturday 24th May in the Silvester Horne Institute, High Street, Church Stretton. Curtain rises at 7:30pm sharp. Tickets available from John R Thomas, florist, and Burway Books at £5, or £6 at the door. Children are half price. If you can’t get to Church Stretton to buy your ticket call the secretary Helen Townend on 01694 751376.
