Theatre Group Set to Thrill with New Show

THE MARKFIELD AND THORNTON Theatre group are excited to bring a four-night run of an original ‘Black Comedy’, named ‘Billy’s Bunnies’, to the Thornton Community Centre Stage this 1st-4th March.

Written by talented local Muriel Walker, she had this to say about her most recent work to grace the stage:

“Those of you who have kindly shared my writing adventures over the years, will know that I like nothing better than devising a group of characters and creating a setting in which they intermingle and develop. However, this is the first time I’m venturing into the realms of ‘Black Comedy’.

We all know how, sometimes, in the darkest and saddest moments a smile will come unbidden to the lips and a laugh will bubble up inside. It is that juxtaposing of the comic and tragic that amuses by being unexpected. I have always liked plays where the characters are isolated by some trick of fate, and we wonder how they will fare without outside interference. There are many examples of how this device is used to dramatic effect! So, I make no excuse for the landslip and road collision which threaten the safety of the characters.

A cast of thirteen has made the convolutions of the plot interesting to say the least; my biggest problem has not been in writing dialogue to bring them to life, but in how they can all fit on our tiny stage!”

All are welcome, however we feel that this play is not suitable for children. Opening night is 1st March and the play will run nightly, ending on 4th March. Doors are 7pm with curtain up at 7:30 at the Thornton Community Centre, LE67 1AH. Tickets are £6 and can be purchased from Thornton Corner Shop, LE67 1AJ (cash only) or via card by emailing: mttg.theatre@ gmail.com or phoning 07983 669689

The group has been working hard for months to put on a fantastic show and hope that you will be entertained and amused. Your support to the local group is greatly appreciated.