By Jean Genet
When the mistress is away, the maids will play.
New translation by Neil Bartlett
Directed and designed by Sâmir Bhamra
A poisoned teacup, a mysterious 'Monsieur', a profusion of flowers and two sisters caught up in a fantasy of conspiracy and murder.
When left alone in the house, Claire and Solange Lemercier indulge in secret rituals of hatred and revenge, directed against their wealthy Madame. They both love and hate their mistress and are drawn daily to act out fantasies of power and submission.
Will the game ever reach its conclusion, and with what consequences?
Suitable for 14+
The 2010 tour kicks off with:
Wednesday 24 March 2010, 7.30pm
UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHIRE
Theatre Polhill Avenue, Bedford, MK41 9EA Bedford
0800 328 5334
£10 (Concessions £5)
www.beds.ac.uk/theatre
Thursday 25 March 2010, 7.30pm
THE HAT FACTORY
65-67 Bute Street, Luton LU1 2EY
01582 878100
£9/£7 concs/£5 NUS & Vibe Card/
Free ticket allocation for Under 26s
www.hatfactory.co.uk