We went to see this tonight at the theatre in Hull. Its been a long while since either of us had been to the theatre for a serious play. I'd forgotten how much I enjoy the whole experience.
Just going is a theatre production in its own right, getting the children sorted with a babysitter (at least I can be sure this one won't run off with the husband - she's his cousin's daughter) not to mention getting dressed up and make up applied.
I love the feeling of anticipation as the lights dim and the curtain rises....
All in all it was a good production, although I did feel that some of the acting by the young girl was a bit wooden at times as was Nigel's. I think this was more in an attempt to portray a feeling of depth of character and a hint at darker undercurrents that are in the book but hard to translate to stage.
I'd been looking forward to seeing the play as I didn't think I'd seen the film or read the book before and I like to see plays like that. Unfortunately we hadn't got half way through the first half when not only did I realise I'd seen and read it before, I could remember the plot twists and turns.
Still, it didn't detract from a thoroughly enjoyable performance and a lovely night out as a couple. Thinking about it I think it may actually be the first time that we've been out like this without the girls. Lets hope that it is the first of many.
I'm off to bed now as I'm shattered, but a happy, satisfied shattered.
Night all :)
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