It was a play I was excited to see since it represented moments in history that I know are still clear in the memory of some of my family. A section of society forgotten during the horrors of war, not on the front line but suffering none the less.
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| Image by Robert Day for Nottingham Playhouse |
Sandra is torn apart with grief after losing her son during the blackout, we see as her character is torn apart by the loss of her son and the prospect of her husband coming home. Her character goes through some very emotional trauma, portrayed wonderfully by Vicky McClure who brings across that fabulous Nottingham accent.
Following VE Day there is so much hope in this brave new world, the not knowing what lies ahead or what the future holds, the story follows the young women as they find themselves and help each other through the toughest of days.
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| Image by Robert Day for Nottingham Playhouse |
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| Image by Robert Day for Nottingham Playhouse |
The acting was superb and it was truly a wonderful look into the life of Nottingham women and some men during what was no doubt one of histories defining moments. Women had as much of a part to play in the war as men, working tirelessly in factories back home. It gave women a sense of being and that they were more than just homemakers, it made them feisty and independent and I love that this is shown through the characters in the play.
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| Image by Robert Day for Nottingham Playhouse |
I was given two complimentary tickets to form this review, all words and opinions are my own.
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