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A new play set in the 1970s will be performed across Bolton. Power Cut, written by members Josie Byrne and Lynda Gray, and directed by Martin Green, is the latest offering from the On The Go Theatre Company. The plot revolves around women from a local community who, fed up with surviving on little money during a prolonged strike, decide to take matters into their own hands and apply for jobs in a new local restaurant.
Steeped in the historical context of power cuts, three-day weeks, and widespread strikes, the play promises a mix of drama and comedy as the women navigate their new roles in the restaurant, dealing with everything from waitressing and bar work to a troublesome chef. Power Cut (Image: Supplied) The theatre company, which began as a group of over-50s at Bolton's Octagon Theatre, continues to celebrate and acknowledge historical events through plays they write and perform in various community locations. Their aim is to 'foster an appreciation of the arts, promote social cohesion, and enhance the overall sense of well-being.
' Power Cut will be performed at the following locations: May 15 at 1.30pm at The Racquets Club, Victoria Rd, Bolton May 17 at 2pm and 7pm at Holy Trinity Church, Farnworth May 28 at 7pm at Over Hulton Conservative Club June 6 at 7pm at Sunshine House, Wigan June 7 at 7pm at Blackrod Community Centre August 4 at 10.30am for the Probus Group at Old Links Golf Club August 27 at 7pm at Ainsworth Church Hall The theatre company is encouraging groups who would like to host a performance of Power Cut to get in touch with Josie Byrne via email at josiebyrne@yahoo.
co.uk or by phone on 07772458858..
