The Actress

Director - Angela Hunt

The Actress is funny and poignant new comedy, dramatising the events transpiring backstage during the closing performance of a colourful and complex actress as she bids farewell to a life on stage. Navigating this emotional night, she encounters unexpected visitors who bring layers of excitement and chaos to the scene. The intertwining of drama and comedy creates a magnificent spectacle as farewells, declarations of love, laughter, insults, final embraces, and resurfacing old battles all contribute to a whirlwind of emotions and entertainment in this unforgettable production. The audience is taken on a rollercoaster ride of laughter and tears, as the characters reveal their true selves amidst the backstage mayhem, leaving a lasting impact on everyone involved.

This Poulner Players production donated money in support of Dementia Friends

Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friends programme is the biggest ever initiative to change people’s perceptions of dementia. It aims to transform the way the nation thinks, acts and talks about the condition.