'enchanted april'  by matthew barber

FROM THE NOVEL BY ELIZABETH VON ARNIM

Just as we've all been longing for exotic climes, this tale of enchantment transports us from the grim realities of post-WWI London to the sun-drenched shores of San Salvatore.  A story of transformation and awakening under endless blue Italian skies.

ENCHANTED APRIL

In the heart of 1920's London in a bleak, wet winter, two proper London housewives dream of escape.  A small advert in the classified section of The Times promises a world of sunshine and wisteria with no cares, no responsibilities, and importantly - no husbands!  Throwing caution to the wind and flying in the face of expectation, they find themselves renting a castle in Italy for the month of April and are joined in their adventure by two very different ladies who are also in need of sanctuary.

Through class differences, personality clashes, and individual heartaches our four travellers eventually discover new friendships, self-confidence, and love.

We are delighted to be able to bring you this wonderful stage adaptation of Elizbeth von Arnim's much-loved novel 'The Enchanted April'.  Please join us for a magical trip to sunny San Salvatore by purchasing tickets through cast members or Eventbrite.

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

Performance dates are 30th June - 2nd July 2022.
Our performance venue for 2022 is the Church Hill Theatre.
Tickets can be purchased from cast members or Eventbrite.

production team

Artistic Director
Production Manager
Stage Manager
Lighting Designer
​Sound Designer
​Properties
Assistant Stage Manager
Set Construction

Simon Boothroyd
Ross Main
Rene Hogg
Mike Pendlowski
Neil French
Shilpa Nayaar
TBA
Alastair Delaney

Meet the cast (click the pics for more info)

Fiona Main as
Lotty Wilton

Chris Cotter as
Mellersh Wilton

Elspeth Whyte as
Rose Arnott

Larry Weil as
Frederick Arnott

Rebekah Lansley as
Lady Caroline Bramble

John Bruce as
Antony Wilding

Dorothy Johnstone as
Mrs Graves

Gillian Robertson as
Costanza