'Townsend Productions' new play,
UNITED WE STAND, combines grand theatrical style and wit with popular and
political songs from the early seventies.
The new play written by Neil Gore and
with music by John Kirkpatrick, tells the true story of the 1972 Builders
strike and the subsequent prosecution of the Shrewsbury 24
With minimalist set and superb
performances from the two cast characters depicting Ricky Tomlinson and Des
Warren, the compelling dispute is brought to life in a powerfully challenging
and entertaining way.
The very real 70’s atmosphere,
combined with the surreal ‘media circus’ sets the scene for the portrayal of
the miscarriage of justice which resulted in Ricky and Des being given prison
sentences.
The events surrounding the strike are still making
headlines to this day, and forty two years on, the high-profile Shrewsbury 24
Campaign, led by picket turned actor, Ricky Tomlinson, is still seeking to
overturn the unjust prosecution of the 24 building workers.
- See more at:
http://www.theatresevern.co.uk/shows/drama/united-we-stand/#sthash.9YCRAGnV.dpuf
Don’t miss the chance to see this
excellent portrayal of an important part of our history as the tour comes to
your area.
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