On Saturday night, the new season of FET got off to a splendid start with a sold out performance of Oscar Wilde and the Black Douglas. Written and performed by Leslie Clack who together with actress Patricia Kessler founded 'Dear Conjunction Theatre Company' in Paris in 1991. The show was a brilliant collection of historical fact ,humour, scenes from the plays, the trial ,and the revelation that " Bosie " far from being the victim of the story ,was in fact the "Villain " .All the characters were portrayed with great aplomb by Mr Clack ,and he and his director, Patricia Kessler ,are to be congratulated on creating a show that is so entertaining and informative . The rousing reception at the curtain call was ample proof of the audience's appreciation .
The show was followed by a " Wildean " dinner at Le Petit Café,Les Cabannes with green carnations on the tables (a symbol of Oscar himself). The menu of " Salome's " salmon, " the Ballad Of Reading Quail " and " Lady Windermere's Flan " was enjoyed by all. The restaurant was booked out ( For future reference ! ) and we were joined by Leslie, Patricia ,and Robin Ellis ,fresh from his new Poldark triumph !
Everyone agreed it had been a most enjoyable evening !
Many thanks
Jane
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