Earnest

Went to see The Importance of Being Earnest at the Library Theatre last night. As I'm sure you all know this is the theatre's last production and the theatre company will be sharing facilities at The Lowry before moving to a new permanent home at, hopefully, the Theatre Royal. Its such a shame because I love this little theatre and have seen some brilliant stuff here (Oliver Twist) as well as some rubbish (Rosencrantz & Gulderstern anyone?). Anyway, TIOBE was also their first production here as well as their last and what a fantastic production this was. Lady B was played by a man (hardly original) but it worked really well. A complete surprise when the "a handbag?" comment was delivered as a whisper. The audience virtually gasped - but it works better as an incredulous whisper rather than an over the top declamation. The cast, Algernon apart, were excellent and I laughed like a drain. Really enjoyed it. That's all. J x