Exit Stage Left
| Exit Stage Left | |
|---|---|
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Official logo for the play | |
| Written by | Paul O'Farrell, Ben Smithard |
| Characters |
Greg Thompson Libby Fowler Freddie Toby Stu |
| Date premiered | June 2011 |
| Place premiered |
Lady Mabel Hall Ecclesfield School, Sheffield |
| Original language | English |
| Subject | Greg Thompson, an acclaimed director returmnes from a long time in the shadows with ex-soapstar Libby Fowler as his lead lady. This is the comeback to die for. |
| Genre | Drama |
| Setting | The theatre, current time |
Exit Stage Left is a play conceived by Paul O'Farrell and Ben Smithard from Ecclesfield School, which played the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in summer 2012 chiefly using 2011 Ecclesfield School drama students.
Plot
Greg was once a famous director earning his money in the film industry, until tragedy struck – his wife, Olivia, died. He then left the limelight for an indefinite time. Libby Fowler was a famous soap-star and household name. When her career declined she turned to other forms of media, for which she was mocked. Greg announced a new play, Exit Stage Left, to star Libby as the leading lady.
Fringe Festival
The play was performed at the Edinburgh Fringe festival from 3–18 August 2012 in the Greenside theatre. The show lasted approximately 85 mins.
Reception
The play was universally acclaimed by reviewers, commenting on its clever structure and dialogue.
The Sheffield Star said that the show "is built on dark confessional themes and sturdy issues but derives laughs as well as conjuring memorable themes".[1]
References
- ↑ Dunnn, David. "REVIEW: Exit Stage Left, Lady Mabel Theatre". The Star.