Synopsis
Part of the delightful comic trilogy from one of England’s most popular playwrights, The Norman Conquests revolves around a lascivious librarian with designs on three different women, all family members. This first “battle” takes place in the dining room. Norman tells his wife he is going away on business but he really plans to take his sister-in-law on a memorable weekend tryst. Unexpected visitors foil their attempt to sneak away. Too much tension, too much alcohol, and too little food make for a combustible mix.
Cast
Norman | Grahame Nightingale |
Tom | Frank Jenkins |
Sarah | Carrie Smart |
Annie | Lisa Punter |
Reg | James Ager |
Ruth | Louisa Tait |
Directed by Hazel Wright
Stage manager – Ryan Wright
Lighting & Sound – Chris Jones & Simon Smart
Producer – Liz Treacy
Continuity – Sarah Jones
Reviews
“Alan Ayckbourn with TADS at the Thrapston Plaza – what a recipe for a sparkling evening’s entertainment! And we were not disappointed. The casting was excellent, just the right mix of sweet and sour with the touch of piquancy from Annie who so wished for her weekend of happiness in East Grinstead. Congratulations to Viv Corbishley and the wardrobe department, all the characters looked “at home” in their costumes.