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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
Web
www.tauntonthespians.org.uk
Booking Contact
Wiveliscombe Community Office
01984 624777
Opening Times
2009-09-12 00:00:002009-09-13 00:00:002009-09-14 00:00:002009-09-15 00:00:002009-09-16 00:00:002009-09-17 00:00:002009-09-18 00:00:002009-09-19 00:00:002009-09-20 00:00:00
ClosedClosedClosedClosedClosedClosedClosed2009-09-19 19:30:00 - 2009-09-19 22:00:00Closed
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
Halse Village Hall
Tinkers Lane
Halse
Taunton
Somerset
TA4 3AE
For Venue Information
01458 241374
Region
Fitzhead
Disabled Access
Limited Disabled Access
Toilets
Toilets Available
Dogs
No Dogs
Directions (By Car)
From Milverton Roundabout, take left turn just off the roundabout towards Halse & Fitzhead. At staggered cross-roads, go straight over. Take first right into village. At T-Junction, turn right, and take right turn after field into Tinkers Lane. The Hall is on the right after 50 metres.

Events At This Venue

Event Type Event Title Disciplines Dates (see event page for full info)
Community Taunton Thespians Theatre 2009-09-19 19:30:00