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Be sure not to miss Terence Rattigan's FRENCH WITHOUT TEARS - closes on 16th July 2022

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"The French accents and pronunciation by every cast member were outstanding, especially Geoffrey who had most of his script in French which he delivered with French hand movements and mannerisms. Jess could be a fire hazard in the dry season – she was hot. No man was safe.

"The costumes by Merri Ford capture the 1930s perfectly but is the outfits for the wild Students’ Ball that bring the smiles.

"In only her second major show, international swimming champion Marie-Ève Cigna proved she never tackles anything half-heartedly. Kaitlyn was often the calm in the storm, stoically carrying a tray through the fray. Kane was delightful as the poor innocent student desperate to learn – everything.

"From wild Brian to the temperamental Hon. Alan, then from the enigmatic Commander to Diana’s brother Kenneth. The characters were clearly defined by the experienced, dedicated director Barry Parks. As Rattigan shuffles all his characters, putting them in every possible combination, it takes strong direction and fine acting skills to ensure that the action is understood. Great chemistry and well-presented fun..."

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Photography by Myles Wright

Costumes by Merri Ford

French Without Tears - photos! - opens Friday 1 July 2022

 We open tomorrow, Friday 1 July 2002, at 7:30pm. Book now!

Stirling Theatre, 25 Morris Place, Innaloo, Perth WA 6018

Photography by Myles Wright

Costumes by Merri Ford

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French Without Tears: 1-16 July 2022

 FRENCH WITHOUT TEARS

By Terence Rattigan

OPENS 1 JULY 2022 AT STIRLING THEATRE, INNALOO

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A sparkling comedy about a group of bright young things attempting to learn French on the Riviera amid myriad distractions. When a group of young men arrives at Professor Maingot's French school for the summer to cram for the Diplomatic exam, they find their concentration disrupted by the beautiful Diana Lake. Quelle surprise! They have another new language to learn: girls!

By Arrangement with ORiGiN TM Theatrical

On Behalf of Samuel French

A Concord Theatricals Company

Friday 1 July 2022 - Saturday 16 July 2022 (UTC+08)

LOCATION

STIRLING THEATRE

25 Morris Place, Innaloo, Perth WA 6018

From the Archives - 2014 - Broken Glass

Broken Glass by Arthur Miller.

Directed by Barry Park

Stirling Theatre, Innaloo, WA. 5-14 June, 2014

Reviewed by Kimberley Shaw for Stage Whispers

http://www.stagewhispers.com.au/reviews/broken-glass

Broken Glass is a less well-known Arthur Miller play, but has a similar feel to his more famous works, if not quite the same impact. Graduate Dramatic Society (Grads) do justice to Arthur Miller's words, in a very solid production at the Stirling Theatre.

Set in New York against the events of Kristallnacht in Germany, Sylvia Gellburg is suddenly and inexplicably paralysed, leading to a mystery with a background of 'guilt, personal tragedy and love'.

Maree Graydon is strong, multi-layered and believable as vulnerable powerhouse Sylvia, while perfectly cast Geoff Miethe delivers an impressive performance as Phillip Gellburg.

Neil Cartmell is lovely as handsome, Jewish doctor, Harry Hyman, while Georgia Jones is excellent as his gentile wife Margaret.

In supporting roles, Sally Barendse gave a convincing performance as Sylvia's sister Harriet, while Phillip Mackenze was solid as Gellburg's employer. Accents throughout (coached by Noel O'Neill) were appropriate and well maintained.

This production uses cello interludes composed by Grant Olding for the 2011 West End revival of Broken Glass. These haunting pieces of music were played beautifully by Sophie Parkinson-Stewart. They added a very moving element to the production during scene transitions and my only complaint was that occasionally an actor would walk in front of the cellist, breaking the mood.

Costumes by Jennifer Prosser were nicely chosen, with the women's hair being appropriate to the period. The split set was used well, with nicely selected furnishings.

Aside from a couple of line flubs (quickly recovered), this was a nicely polished performance of a well-written and interesting play. Congratulations to all involved.

Kimberley Shaw

Photographer: Arnold Wong