The Thrill of Love by Amanda Whittington

Amanda Whittingtons poignant drama inspired by the true story of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be hanged in Britain in 1955.

Set in the smoky, glamorous world of 1950s London nightclubs, the play traces Ruths journey from a spirited club hostess to a convicted murderer.

Through a blend of memory and investigation, the story unfolds from the perspectives of the women around Ruth, revealing a tale of passion, betrayal, and desperation.

The play explores the intoxicating highs of love against the devastating lows of violence, questioning societal attitudes toward women, justice, and morality in post-war Britain.

Its a haunting, stylish tribute to a woman caught in a fatal romance.