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Castle In The Air

1957
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About Castle In The Air

The play was described in the member’s newsletter as a very bright comedy, written by Alan Melville, whose most recent success has been Simon and Laura.

The near-bankrupt Earl of Locharne must contend with a government agent trying to requisition his ancestral Scottish castle, as well as a beautiful American woman who wants to buy the place - to say nothing of the resident ghost.

The play was made into a film, of the same name, in 1952.

23rd & 24th April 1957

  • Location: Civic Hall

  • Genre: Comedy

  • Playwright: Alan Melville

  • Director: John Chaponnel

Cast

Beryl Wastell

Mrs. Dunne

Gwen Heinz

"Boss" Trent

Geoff Nott

The Earl Of Locharne

Ken Elleson

Arthur Phillips

Evan Hercules

Menzies

Crew

  • Director
    John Chaponnel
  • Stage Manager
    Pam Skinner
  • Lighting
    Geoff Simmons
  • Props
    Barbara Roberts
  • Hair
    Connie Russo
  • Make up
    Connie Russo

Gallery

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