Night Was Our Friend @ Garrick Theatre

Night Was Our Friend @ Garrick Theatre

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Posted 2012-08-14 by Douglas Sutherland-Brucefollow

Fri 24 Aug 2012 - Sat 15 Sep 2012

Award winning director Fred Petersen returns with another thrilling plot in Garrick Theatre's production Night Was Our Friend.

Well known for his comedy productions and intricate sets, Petersen is embarking on a dramatic production this time round. He found a copy of Night Was Our Friend in a carton of scripts at the theatre and upon reading the opening scenario, his interest was caught right away. He knew this play could really go somewhere!

Petersen says, "I chose this play because of the mix of emotions and well knitted plot, which enables the actors to become meaningful with each other. The play starts in the present, then goes back in time to come forward again".

Petersen has enjoyed directing and acting for as long as he can remember. His roots are in musical theatre, however since joining the Garrick in 1976, he has relished drama and comedy, with the latter being his favourite genre.

"Now and again I like to challenge myself with drama. This experience has been absolutely brilliant, because each actor is rapt in the play and therefore directing them is a joy".

Having won numerous awards throughout the years, including Best Director for Caught in the Net and Best Use of Stage and Innovative Special Prop by the Independent Theatre Association, no doubt this show will be another success for Petersen.

Joy Norton returns to the stage after a short hiatus. Norton plays the conflicted yet loyal Sally Raynor, whose husband is presumed dead after he went missing in the jungles of South America. After two years he returns and Sally has moved on with her life and has a new love.

She is confronted with his strange behavior, which is compounded with his affinity with the darkness of the night. As she tries to come to terms with her tormented husband and feels obliged to put her war-wracked husband out of the way, or at least to put the means of suicide in his way.

Norton says, "I like my character's resilience and the variety of emotions she experiences throughout her times of discovery and growth".

Vince Austin plays the passionate and emotional Dr John Harper, Sally's new love. Austin who was last seen treading Garrick's boards in the 2011 production of Charley's Aunt, however frequently performs with his light hearted comedy duo Silver Hair. Austin says, "Being somewhat of a larrikin, this emotionally energetic role is a refreshing challenge. I am enjoying flexing these new emotional muscles".

David Kerr plays Sally's returning husband Martin Raynor. Kerr was recently seen this year in Light Shining in Buckinghamshire and describes his character as damaged and unpredictable. "The script is great and an under-represented gem. This play has given me a great chance to experiment and has been a challenge, pushing performance skills to a whole new limit. It's been highly enjoyable".

Mundaring resident Drew Dyer who plays the inquisitive and prying character of Cooper, recently performed in Rookery Nook at the Marloo Theatre. This will be his first time performing at the historic Garrick Theatre.

Dramatic situations and the suspense of the interactions between family and friends and Martin's attempts to face his demons make for a gripping climax.

Performances dates are: August 24, 25, 26*, 30, 31, September 1, 6, 7, 8, 9*, 14, 15. All shows commence at 8pm, except Sunday Matinees at 2pm at Garrick Theatre, 16 Meadow Street, Guildford (behind Town Hall)
Tickets are $18 Adults, $16 Conc, $14 Members/Children.
Bookings: Elaine 9378 1990


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