Westovian Theatre Society prepare to stage West End hit 'Home, I'm Darling'
The Westovian Theatre Society is presenting the Olivier award-winning play Home, I’m Darling, at the Pier Pavilion this month.
Written by Laura Wade, the show enjoyed a hugely successful West End run with The IT Crowd star Katherine Parkinson leading the cast as Judy.
The play explores the increasingly visible “tradwife” lifestyle, where a woman chooses to return to the domestic ideals of the 1950s.
As Judy strives to live her perfect vintage dream, questions of choice, feminism and privilege begin to surface, in a story that blends sharp wit with moments of poignancy, frustration and in true 1950s style, a touch of dancing.
It runs at the Pier Pavilion in South Shields from Wednesday, April 29 until Saturday, May 2.
Directing for the society for the first time, director Mike Harrison said: “I am thrilled to be directing this wonderful, sharp and witty play, which delves into the reality of expectation, finance and fidelity. The cast have fully embraced the comedy, gravity and stylisation of the play, and I am excited to welcome audiences to our wonderful theatre.”
The Westovians have built a reputation for producing a diverse programme of new writing and classic plays in South Tyneside.
Last season, the society won seven NODA North District awards, and last year’s spring drama Fallen Angels was named a top three finalist for Best Amateur Production across the northern region.
The evening shows start at 7.30pm, and the Saturday matinee at 2pm.
Tickets are £15. and available online via www.ticketsource.com/westovians/home-i-m-darling/e-yjmpor
They can also be purchased in person at Sanddancer Clothing and The Word. The show is suitable for people aged 12 and over.