The Henley Players Present Absent Friends by Alan Ayckbourn
It’s always good to see old friends – isn’t it?
Diana has invited Colin over for a nice cup of tea and to catch up with friends he hasn’t seen in years. Given that Colin’s fiancée has recently drowned everyone is on edge worrying about what to say to him, but when he finally arrives he seems to be the most cheerful among them. The reunion only succeeds in opening old wounds and Colin’s jolly attempts to smooth the waters only make things worse.
Set in the 1970’s and rooted firmly in that era, Absent Friends is regarded as one of Alan Ayckbourn’s finest plays. He makes this road-crash of a party both sad and touching, but always bitingly funny.
Ticket Prices:
It’s always good to see old friends – isn’t it?
Diana has invited Colin over for a nice cup of tea and to catch up with friends he hasn’t seen in years. Given that Colin’s fiancée has recently drowned everyone is on edge worrying about what to say to him, but when he finally arrives he seems to be the most cheerful among them. The reunion only succeeds in opening old wounds and Colin’s jolly attempts to smooth the waters only make things worse.
Set in the 1970’s and rooted firmly in that era, Absent Friends is regarded as one of Alan Ayckbourn’s finest plays. He makes this road-crash of a party both sad and touching, but always bitingly funny.
Ticket Prices:
- 26 and 27 March – Adult: £20.00, Student, Senior, Keepers/Friends: £19.00
- 28 and 29 March (evening) – All Tickets: £22
- 29 March (matinee) – Pay What You Like: £5.00 minimum
Ticket prices include a £1 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee and a 25p Community Fund Levy
Useful Information
Dates: Wed 26 Mar 2025 - Sat 29 Mar 2025
Running time: 2 hours 20 mins
Content Guidance: Suitable for Age 13+
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