This combustible story by Roy Apps is set in post-war Britain, when many towns still supported local repertory theatres, and is specially written for Penelope Keith, one of our best-loved actresses.

Having spent too long as an assistant stage manager, Marjorie Tillingham jumps at the chance when she is offered an acting job at a provincial theatre.

But things start to go wrong almost immediately when she finds herself the victim of some deliberate misinformation perpetrated by another – younger – member of the company which leads to her having to once again accept the detested role of assistant stage manager.

Determined to seek her revenge, Marjorie draws on her earlier experience as a stage electrician and soon sparks are flying – literally.

This story also reunites Penelope Keith and director Martin Jenkins, who first worked together at the RSC.

Director: Martin Jenkins
Sound Designer: David Thomas
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