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Separate Tables
Although this Rattigan classic is now something of a period piece, the
strength of the writing continues to make it an excellent choice for any drama
club and HDC quickly proved that they could bring together a cast fit to do it
justice.
Visually, the Beauregard Hotel was recreated with fine attention to detail and
the permanent residents provided an amusing but convincing backdrop to the
serious core of the action.
There were some really strong characterisations from Mark Lamberth, Sarah Ward
and John Morgan while the complementary trio of Steph Hamer, Ann Monk and
Valerie Gerrard was perfect in every respect. Also a nice cameo from Kelly Mason
in the small but rewarding role of Doreen.
However, the real strength of the piece falls heavily on the central principals.
Michael Black and Carol Wadey brought sensitivity and insight to their unusual
relationship in Act 2 while as the troubled Anne Shankland and John Malcolm in
Act 1, Caroline Harbord and Dean Laccohee made a superb partnership, creating
moments of significant dramatic tension. Linking everything together with quiet
efficiency, Christine Marriott was a very sympathetic and utterly believable Pat
Cooper, providing the link with reality that brought all the threads together.
A very satisfying and enjoyable debut production by Marie Huggins that the
society can be very proud of.
Michael G Williamson
Noda Rep : District 1