Village Matters

Theatres are Back. Let’s Give Them Our Support

Last month I was treated to a trip to the theatre. Remember what that used to be like?! It was always a special event seeing a live performance. I am sure we will treasure the things we once took for granted from now on. 

Returning by popular demand The Rose Theatre in Kingston is putting on the critically ac-claimed production of Willy Russell’s Educating Rita, produced by Olivier and Tony Award-winner David Pugh. Starring Stephen Tompkinson and Jessica Johnson as Frank and Rita and directed by Max Roberts, the play will return to the Rose Theatre in Kingston from 23 to 27 February 2021. Audiences will be socially distanced. David Pugh said: “It’s unfinished business as, when Educating Rita opened at the Rose Theatre in October for a three-week run, we gar-nered rave reviews and standing ovations from audiences but, of course, then the government closed us down. But we won’t be beaten! We are returning as we don’t want to disappoint eve-ryone who booked and wasn’t able to see this production and by adding perfor-mances it means more people can now come as well.” 

For full information on upcoming shows do have a look at the website. 

Rose Theatre 24-26 High Street, Kingston, KT1 1HL www.rosetheatre.org Tuesday 23 February – Saturday 27 February 2021 

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