|
Thame Players |
|
Breaking the Code. By Hugh Whitemore. Directed
by Susan Deaney Based
on the book "The Enigma", Thame Players presented the story of Alan
Turing and his work during the war. Turing's
life was told in a series of scenes moving backwards and forward and culminating
in his death. Skilfully directed by
Susan Deaney, John Poole gave a sterling performance as Turing, his
homosexuality sensitively portrayed throughout. Dorrie Oliver was excellent as Turing's mother and Simon
Baynes was superb as Dillwyn Knox. Indeed
the play was so well cast that there was not a weak link in any of the
characters. The story had both
light and shade, depth but also humour which made for an extremely interesting
evening. The clever use of lighting
enabled the many scenes to evolve with ease and continuity allowing the audience
to become engrossed in the action. Thame
Players are an extremely talented group. Breaking the Code was another triumph. Rita
Carpenter Bucks
Free Press |
|
The Thame Players Theatre Company Ltd Patrons: Sir Tim Rice, Bruce Alexander Registered Company No. 4389665. Registered Charity No. 1092559 |