Bonaventure

20th to 22nd November 1980

Performances took place at St. John’s Church Hall

A flood in the fen country has trapped two prison officials and their prisoner, Sarat Carn, who is on her way to the gallows for the murder of her brother. Sister Mary Bonaventure, unwavering in her belief in Sarat's innocence, confronts the tumultuous waters surrounding them. In a race against time, as the police launch battles the rising flood, the truth surfaces as the real murderer is finally compelled to confess their heinous crime, bringing unexpected redemption and justice amidst the chaos. Amidst the encroaching floodwaters, a tale of faith and truth unfolds, testing the limits of loyalty and revealing the power of conviction in the face of adversity.

Cast

Sandra Ansell as Nurse Phillips
Elizabeth Keith as Nurse Brent
Peggy Keith as Sister Josephine
Micheal Freemantle as Willy Pentridge
Liz Glasson as Sister Mary Bonaventure
Peter Ansell as Dr. Jeffreys
Janet Bourne as The Mother Superior
Alan Seymour as Melling
Erica Canning as Sarat Carn
Margaret Coleman as Miss Pierce
Rosemary Guy as Martha Pentridge

Crew

Director - Elaine Murat
Stage Management & Lighting - George Bentham & Sam Coleman
Scenery - George Bentham
Decor & Stained Glass - Eve Brockhurst
Front-of-House - Members of Poulner Church Players
Props - Lesley Wigley
Make-up - Elaine Murat
Wardrobe - Peggy Keith
Prompt - Gillian Stephens


This Poulner Players production donated money in support of the St. John’s Church and Hall Extension Fund