The play follows Stanley Webber, a former piano player, who lodges with Meg and Petey in their seaside boarding house. This is targeted by two mysterious men, Goldberg and McCann. Set in the mid-20th century, the play explores themes of identity, paranoia and the breakdown of reality as Stanley’s past and mental state are unravelled, ultimately leading to a chaotic Birthday party and his abduction.
Meg – Jenny Roote
Petey – David Quayle
Stanley – Ben Lewis
Goldberg – Matthew Wright
McCann – Simon Palmer
Lulu – Yasmin Luxford
Photography by Andy Wallace
Directed by Howard James
This amateur production of The Birthday Party is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French, Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk