Last Tango in Whitby

Thank you for the invitation to join you for your production of “Last Tango in Whitby”. After delays due to the pandemic and Storm Eunice and changes of cast as a result, it must have been such a relief to finally be able to bring this production to the stage!

Set in the late 60’s, the play follows a group of northern pensioners as they embark on their annual 'cheapie all-in out of season' holiday at a hotel in Whitby. The different personalities of the group were established as soon as the cast entered the stage to board the charabanc, with some earthy humour and banter as they journeyed to Whitby. It was very clear that this group of actors had gelled well and were very believable as the group of old friends going on holiday together. There were some delightful characters developed as we were transported to a fun filled seaside resort. I was impressed that Mike Harding’s humour came across to the audience and the cast are to be congratulated on their comic timing and northern accents.

The use of back screen projection lighting and sound to depict the changing venues and scenes was very effective and the authentic costumes, and wigs added authenticity to the production. The set build team had built a very impressive set piece which served as the hotel desk and cleverly transformed also into a jet shop and a bar complete with an impressive set of optics. 

I was so pleased that you were finally able to perform this play and it was great to see the cast enjoying being together performing again.

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