Six characters individually confront their emotional isolation as their lives intertwine. Ayckbourn finds a darkness in modern society that he only ever hinted at in his previous works — and still finds time to make us laugh. The author described this play as “following fragments of the characters’ lives as they collide with each other”.
Show Talks
Free-of-charge pre- and post-show talks:
- Tuesday 21st at 7.30pm in the Clubroom
Director John Davies explains how to juggle 6 actors and 54 scenes.
- Wednesday 22nd at 7.30pm in the Clubroom
Dr. Cindy Lawford considers the play’s filmic qualities and fragmented perspectives.
- Thursday 23rd after the performance
Cast members stay on stage to answer audience questions.