Synopsis
The Nightingales
$12.99
Published by Samuel French Ltd
2 Male 3 Female
Jack is a cabaret star, as in love with his piano as he is with his silk dressing gowns
His parents, Charlie and Beatrice, are old Music Hall stars, full of hilarious tales of life on the road
Maggie performs with Jack in the evenings and regularly visits his house to rehearse, drink tea, and tell the sorry tale of her latest romantic disaster
If only she and Jack realized that their true love was right in front of them
The sudden arrival of Charlie and Beatrice, asking to stay with Jack for a few days, throws his and Maggie's lives into chaos
They promise to be gone by Christmas, but this provides little comfort given that it is only January 7th!
Jack's housekeeper Geraldine copes masterfully with the ensuing disruption, but then Beatrice unexpectedly disappears
It seems that this was not a simple visit, but an opportunity for her to leave Charlie and run off to another liaison in France
The question is, will anyone find their true love?
Are there such things as happy endings?
And what do performers do once the spotlight goes out?
This is a very funny, touching showbusiness comedy, bursting with one-liners and lovable characters
"A heartwarming play, effervescent and witty, yet also with depth ... The highlight of the season" ~ The Epoch Times
"Comedy, satire, and a happy ending that pulls out all the stops" ~ The Express
"Enthusiastic applause greeted this charming showbusiness comedy filled with dry laconic humour, lovable crazy fun, and a touching dash of nostalgia" ~ The General Anzeiger
Characters ...
Jack, 40s/50s
Maggie, 40s/50s
Charlie, Jack's father, 60s/70s
Beatrice, Jack's mother, 60s/70s
Geraldine, Jack's housekeeper, 30s/40s