Stage Two

Synopsis
A varied programme of new writing by members of the Company of Ten Writers Group. Having gone through our New View process with a rehearsed reading, these one-act plays have their first public performances with two plays each night.
Wednesday 28 & Friday 30 October 2026
Gerald by Jane Fookes
When Adrian brings his girlfriend to meet his old dad Gerald for the first time a very black comedy ensues.
Directed by Deborah Heath
And
Core Values by Deborah Heath
Principled Pilates instructor Peta needs to succeed as a small business owner but can she do this whilst remaining a nice person?
Directed by Tina Swain
Thursday 29 & Saturday 31 October 2026
Come In No. 8 by Marc Harris
After being admitted to hospital, can Barbara do what no-one else has done and find fellow patient Charlie accommodation to go home to?
Directed by Beverly Hyman
Contains depiction of mental illness.
And
Ready to Go by Polly Alexander and Becky Alexander
Mum and daughter decide to have a Race Across the World-inspired adventure together, before daughter leaves home. How will that pan out?
Directed by Maureen Bukht
The writer has developed this 1 act play from a short piece called “Bags Packed” which has previously been performed.