The plot centers on Jack Worthing's pursuit of marriage to Gwendolen, seemingly free of obstacles until Lady Bracknell unveils a shocking family secret that complicates matters. This adaptation showcases Oscar Wilde's signature wit through clever dialogue and unexpected twists, presenting a unique opportunity for a talented performer, whether male or female, to embody these iconic characters. The play cleverly explores themes of identity and societal norms in a comedic context.
Cherry Hellin'sworth navigates the chaos of her Community Service as the Functions Manager at a Village Hall, where her organizational skills are put to the test. She inadvertently books multiple events on the same night, including the Village Drama Society, a Cricket team, a Singing Telegram, and a Country and Western group named the Southern Fried Chickens. The ensuing mix-up leads to a comedic clash of personalities and unexpected situations, highlighting Cherry's struggles and the vibrant community around her.
Winner of the 1933 Femina Vie Heureuse Prize, COLD COMFORT FARM is a wickedly funny portrait of British rural life in the 1930's. Flora Poste, a recently orphaned socialite, moves in with her country relatives, the gloomy Starkadders of Cold Comfort Farm, and becomes enmeshed in a web of violent emotions, despair, and scheming, until Flora manages to set things right. A BBC Radio Presents dramatization featuring stirring music and sound effects.