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Audiences can expect a moving theatrical experience on Friday, April 4, with Posting Letters to the Moon , performed by Lucy Fleming ( Love Sarah, The Archers ), and her husband, Simon Williams ( Upstairs Downstairs , EastEnders ). The play uses real-life letters exchanged between Fleming’s mother, the Oscar-nominated actress Celia Johnson ( Brief Encounter ), and her husband, Peter Fleming (brother of James Bond creator Ian Fleming), an explorer and writer. The letters, written during the Second World War, offer a touching and humorous glimpse into their long-distance relationship, reflecting the fears, hopes and resilience of those living through wartime austerity.
Posting Letters to the Moon not only showcases the deep affection between two people separated by war but also presents a vivid portrayal of history. The performance also includes behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Johnson’s time filming Brief Encounter with Noël Coward and David Lean in 1945, offering a unique historical perspective. Tickets are available on the Dorchester Arts website or by calling the Box Office on 01305 266926 .
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