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A father is driven by despair to abandon his family after the tragic death of his wife. He leaves the children to successfully run a family home, unknown to any authorities. When money runs out, they have one day left together, and their existence unfolds as social workers discuss the case.

To reduce his medical fees, hypochondriac M. Argan decides to marry off his daughter Angelica to a physician's son. Unfortunately, Angelica loves Cl¿ante. Argan's brother B¿ralde and Toinette, an inventive maid, save the situation for the lovers and expose Mme Argan's schemes to bleed her husband of his fortune. Then they persuade the hypochondriac to turn physician so that he can quack himself free of charge.4 women, 8 men

The translator of a popular version of Feydeau's A Flea in Her Ear scored another success with this acclaimed farce at the National Theatre of Great Britain. More slam bang experiences in mistaken identities and sexual peccadillos, this hilarious story begins with M. Pinglet's efforts to have a fling with Mme. Paillardin, who is terminally bored with her husband. The lovers book a room in a very out of the way hotel which quickly becomes a destination for practically everyone they know.Large cast

George and Linda Harper's 17 year marriage has gone stale, but George doesn't seem to be aware of it. When confronted with the problem, he gets a vasectomy, which solves nothing, so he moves out. Linda rearranges her life by enrolling in self-improvement courses. Trying for an amicable divorce, they agree to use one lawyer and hire their closest friend. When this backfires, George attempts reconciliation by trying to seduce Linda but is interrupted by the unexpected return of their son from a date. But it does result in their realizing they still care about each other and that their marriage is certainly worth a second chance.-2 women, 4 men

A comedy which opens in the hours following the funeral of George Marlowe. The caterers have got the wake confused with a child's fifth birthday tea, and things go downhill with the green jelly. Then George's ghost arrives to show the three women in his life that life goes on.

In this wry romantic comedy, Max and Kate tell the story of the marriage break-up in two chronological threads. When Kate, feeling under-appreciated, moves out, her father-in-law moves in with Max because he cannot bear his wife Jenny any longer. Then Jenny moves in with Kate.

In a tiny, tatty room in a teachers' centre, Team B are up to their eyebrows in A Level English Literature marking. Elsewhere in the building, the dreaded Team A are coping far better. Doors slam, tempers are lost, and personalities crumble as the situation becomes ever more chaotic.

What happens when two writers who have worked together for years start to hate each other? The team has won awards and made money. Harry Kent has saved and invested and now lives with his glamorous wife in a sun drenched luxury flat high above the Sussex coast, where the play is set. Paul Riggs has spent his fees on booze and birds, and he lives in dread of bookies' heavies. Harry wants to break the partnership that is Paul's lifeline, but Paul knows a sinister secret from Harry's past. They are therefore locked together in a dance from which murder seems the only escape and they have just plotted the perfect crime for their latest TV film.1 woman, 3 men

Amelia, Rachel and Joanne, the wives of three rich men, meet regularly to continue their charity work for Save Our Starving. In order to increase their charity's turnover, Amelia thinks up a scheme to play the stock market, exploiting information gained from their husbands' business dealings.

A young man and woman meet in a wayside hotel during lunch hour to express their love. In order to be discreet, he has fabricated a story of marriage, children, distant home, to satisfy the concierge.The woman is confused when confronted with this fabrication, and as she unravels the matter in her mind the enchantment of love begins to fade. In brilliant dialogue by one of England's best writers.2 women, 1 man

Mr Wilkins, an unpopular master of Jennings' boarding school, is rumoured to be leaving. When Mr Wilkins is asked to play the King in the end of term performance of Henry V, the result is near to chaos. However, the last-minute arrival of a "real" actor saves the day.-1 woman, 4 men, 3 girls, 4 boys

Dodie Smith's children's novel is brought to the stage by Glyn Robbins.

Penniless Dame Foxtrot doesn't know her old Grandfather Clock is a magical possession. Years ago the Fairy Queen locked into it the wicked Black Imp who menaced Fairyland. If the clock ever struck One the Imp would be freed, to the Queen took away the key. But the wicked Wizard steals the key, frees the Imp, and seeks to destroy Fairyland by using him to get the magic Jewel of Miracles.Large flexible cast

Period 1818 (Regency), 1843 (Early Victorian), 1940s. Vocal score on hire. Perusal material available.13 women, 10 men

In this retelling of Robert Louis Stevenson's famous story, Dr. Jekyll is introduced just as he is on the brink of discovering the key to man's inner reality. One evening he experiments on himself and finds that his formula works. Unfortunately, his "real" self turns out to be the monster Edward Hyde. Jekyll continues his researches, spending more and more time as Hyde until this horrifying character takes over.4 women, 4 men, 1 boy or girl

The imaginary lines are the things we wish we could say, or had said usually to the opposite sex. Here, they are asides in the dialogue which provide amusing counterpoints to what the characters are really saying to each other. Will Sir Michael get Wanda to go off with him for a weekend frolic? Will Wanda decide who she wants? Will Howard win Wanda or get stuck with Carol? This witty, literate romantic comedy is sure to delight and amuse.3 women, 2 men

Chester Dreadnought bluffs his way into the crumbling stately home of an impecunious aristocratic family, and even a trigger-happy belted Earl suffering from hallucinations cannot keep at bay the enterprising pair of jewel thieves who are pursuing their loot - not to mention Chester - round the castle. Suits of armour and secret doors, mistaken identities and dotty servants all help to provide the variety of fare that goes to the making of this wild goose chase.5 women, 5 men

Beattie Gladwin, too old to look after herself any longer, is forced to sell the house, which she's lived in throughout her marriage. But she doesn't want to let go of the house or the memories; so when the young couple, Michelle and Brian move in, she visits them and they become embroiled in to the events, which took place in the past. Beattie's sister, Polly, is also present. Strange things have happened and continue to happen and Michelle and Brian are not certain whether their visitors are real or ghosts. Can you decide?

Interior Designs is a masterly observation of human relationships and conflicting viewpoints by Jimmie Chinn. Him, a brash, arrogant odd job man, is offering his "services" to three women: Holly, a successful TV-am newsreader; Irene, a solitary school teacher; and Amy, a frustrated housewife. Although of very different backgrounds, the three women share a common fate of loneliness and frustration.|3 women, 1 man

Gus and Wally meet while jogging near their holiday hotel. Gus and his wife Sylvie are on a seven day package deal, while Wally is honeymooning his second wife Norma. At first, Gus envies Wally's money, success, beautiful wife etc. While the men become acquainted while jogging, their wives exchange confidences while sunbathing. During the course of a week Gus changes. Subtly becoming top dog as he discovers Wally's weak points.2 women, 2 men

Madam, once a distinguished actress, lives in seclusion in a cottage in West London, looked after by her housekeeper and ex-dresser, Doris. Their peaceful routine includes regular visits from the doctor and the insipid Sylvia, who takes acting lessons from Madam. Life for these ladies has become a well-regulated, quiet experience. One day, however, a surprise visitor arrives - Ursula, Madam's estranged daughter, who is nursing a bitter secret.4 women, 1 man

A powerful and tense three hander based on the author's research while living in Thailand. Although written in the early nineties it is still topical today with themes of greed, morality and do the ends justify the means. Having made his name as a comedy writer this was the first of the author`s equally successful thrillers.|1 woman, 2 men

After 45 years of marriage, George Balmforth decides that there has to be more to life than Kwik Save, finnan haddock and twist pile carpet. But when his wife, Dora, discovers that he intends to build a model of Leeds Town Hall out of 250,000 matchsticks, the trouble starts.

Fizz and Frank, elderly actors who were deeply in love, have been divorced for many years. Amazingly, they find themselves in a rambling garden where two young people enact scenes from their past. A man appears, explaining they have entered the "hereafter" but Fizz is not really meant to be there and must choose between life and her true feelings for her husband...|2 women, 3 men

Neurotic Andrea, slobbish Stephen, efficient Hilary and meek Duncan share a flat and, given their very different characters, it is no surprise that they do not get on particularly well. Other People depicts half an hour in the life of this chaotic and argumentative household, in which tempers are lost, crockery is broken and tears are shed...|2 women, 2 men

Running from Amsterdam police under cover of the night, diamond thieves Frank and Mickey find an open window, clamber inside, and discover they are in a brothel. They hide the diamonds and escape, planning to return later. Corrine and Kora, two working girls, have other ideas.

This bewitching little play centers on the animosity between two siblings and Mrs. Meadowsweet's solution to their constant quarrelling and bickering. Mrs. Meadowsweet and her homely guest house, Respite, seem to mellow garrulous Alice, much to sister Fleur's suspicion. All of the guests seem particularly amiable and pleasant - in fact, without a care in the world. Fleur's suspicions are further aroused by their inability to remember even the slightest occurrence from their pasts.5 women