NELL GWYNN - Nov 15th to Dec 7th
By Jessica Swale
Directed by Jennifer Willison
NOV 15 – DEC 7
London,1660. The Puritans have been routed and King Charles II has taken the throne – and brought with him a love of all things loud, extravagant and sexy. In Drury Lane, the heart of the theatre district, a young Nell Gwynn is peddling oranges when her sassy nature gets her a role on stage – the very first woman to ever do so!
She is gutsy and very talented and soon has the attention of the new King. But in a time when women are second-class citizens, can Nell’s charm and fearless spirit protect her from the dangers of the court?
With a cast of larger-than-life characters, plenty of ribald humour and cheeky double entendres, this is a loving tribute to the world of theatre and a woman far ahead of her time.
Winner 2016 Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy
“A bawdy, witty, engaging romp” The Times
By Special Arrangement with Dominie Pty Ltd.
Season 2020
Check out the 2020 season at the Pavilion.
the Season Brochure is currently being mailed out to subscribers. and season booking will open shortly.
Why not enjoy a meal before the show at Nobles Restaurant located at the Hills Lodge.
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Backstage
Stage Whispers Review- The Diary of Anne Frank
‘Stories such as this need to be told and re-told, especially in a world that has become increasingly de-sensitised to the effects of war and aggression. Faith Jessel and her cast are doing so with insightful perception and sensitive characterisation. They are to be congratulated on such a compassionate production’ ( Carol Wimmer- Stage Whispers). […]
Push Ups
During the production of Biloxi Blues over 2960 push ups were done by the recruits in Biloxi. Here is the cast tally… Cast Member Avg per Show Total Chris – 55 891 Daniel 48 779 Jason 45 720 Ben 25 400 Gus 6 96
Some of the great team that support the Pavilion Theatre
Backstage
Stage Whispers Review- The Diary of Anne Frank
‘Stories such as this need to be told and re-told, especially in a world that has become increasingly de-sensitised to the effects of war and aggression. Faith Jessel and her cast are doing so with insightful perception and sensitive characterisation. They are to be congratulated on such a compassionate production’ ( Carol Wimmer- Stage Whispers). […]
Push Ups
During the production of Biloxi Blues over 2960 push ups were done by the recruits in Biloxi. Here is the cast tally… Cast Member Avg per Show Total Chris – 55 891 Daniel 48 779 Jason 45 720 Ben 25 400 Gus 6 96