Taunton Thespians
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- Title
- "Soho Squared"
- About the Event
- Two one-act plays. 'The Crimson Cocoanut' by Ian Hay, is a gem of a play that lifts the lid on life in pre-war London. 'Two Gentlemen of Soho by A.P.Herbert, is a wonderfully funny farce and County Drama Festival winner.
- Event Type
- Community
- Disciplines
- Theatre
- Telephone
- 01458 241374
- productions@tauntonthespians.org.uk
- Web
- www.tauntonthespians.org.uk
- Booking Contact
- Wiveliscombe Community Office01984 624777
- Booking Info
- To be confirmed
- Opening Times
2009-09-12 00:00:00 2009-09-13 00:00:00 2009-09-14 00:00:00 2009-09-15 00:00:00 2009-09-16 00:00:00 2009-09-17 00:00:00 2009-09-18 00:00:00 2009-09-19 00:00:00 2009-09-20 00:00:00 Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed Closed 2009-09-18 19:30:00 - 2009-09-18 22:00:00 Closed Closed - Further Info
Two Gentlemen of Soho by A. P. Herbert
Written in 1927 and described by the author as being a “modern take on Shakespeare”. It’s a surreal, blank verse spoof, set in a Soho nightclub after last orders have been called. ‘Modern in 1927’ obviously involves jazz. Shakespeare needs dissembling and confusion, disguise, misunderstanding and lots of high-flown oratory. You’ll get all of that, in spades, with the extra bonus of jokes that are actually funny and language that you’ll understand.
The Crimson Cocoanut by Ian Hay
Described by the playwright as ‘An Absurdity in One Act’, this One Act lifts the lid on seedy Soho life in pre-war London. This buried treasure of a play takes place in a small run-down restaurant and is peopled by a private detective, an irritable old man and his daughter, a disillusioned waiter and two Russian anarchists. It is redolent with references to London omnibuses, Shepherd’s Pie at fourpence and the importance of wearing a hat when out. Prepare to be transported back in time, with some hearty chuckles along the way.
Venue Information
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- Address
- Waterrow Church and Community HallWaterrowNr. WiveliscombeSomersetTA4 2AX
- For Venue Information
- 01984 623357
- Region
- Chipstable with Waterrow
- Disabled Access
- Full Disabled Access
- Toilets
- Toilets with Disabled Facilities
- Dogs
- Not Specified
- Refreshments
- Tea/Coffee, Cold Drinks & Cakes
- Directions (By Car)
- Turn off the B3227 at 'The Rock Inn', Waterrow. The village hall is 500 yards along the road on the left
Events At This Venue
| Event Type | Event Title | Disciplines | Dates (see event page for full info) |
| Community | Taunton Thespians | Theatre | 2009-09-18 19:30:00 |
| Exhibition | Chris Tipping | Painting/Drawing/Illustration | 2009-09-12 11:00:00, 2009-09-13 11:00:00, 2009-09-14 11:00:00, 2009-09-15 11:00:00, 2009-09-16 11:00:00, 2009-09-17 11:00:00, 2009-09-18 11:00:00, 2009-09-19 11:00:00, 2009-09-20 11:00:00 |
| Exhibition | Didi Lautrec | Painting/Drawing/Illustration | 2009-09-12 11:00:00, 2009-09-13 11:00:00, 2009-09-14 11:00:00, 2009-09-15 11:00:00, 2009-09-16 11:00:00, 2009-09-17 11:00:00, 2009-09-18 11:00:00, 2009-09-19 11:00:00, 2009-09-20 11:00:00 |
| Exhibition | Jim Munnion | Painting/Drawing/Illustration, Printmaking | 2009-09-12 11:00:00, 2009-09-13 11:00:00, 2009-09-14 11:00:00, 2009-09-15 11:00:00, 2009-09-16 11:00:00, 2009-09-17 11:00:00, 2009-09-18 11:00:00, 2009-09-19 11:00:00, 2009-09-20 11:00:00 |
| Exhibition | Sue Heys | Ceramics/Glass, Jewellery | 2009-09-12 11:00:00, 2009-09-13 11:00:00, 2009-09-14 11:00:00, 2009-09-15 11:00:00, 2009-09-16 11:00:00, 2009-09-17 11:00:00, 2009-09-18 11:00:00, 2009-09-19 11:00:00, 2009-09-20 11:00:00 |