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Quint-Essential Theatre Presents WWII Ghost Play THE EVACUEE, Now thru Nov 17

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Quint-Essential Theatre Company presents THE EVACUEE a World War Two Ghost Story, running from 29 October until 17 November 2013 at the Chelsea Theatre.

Set in the autumn of 1940, THE EVACUEE is a classic ghost story of a girl who is evacuated out of London and sent to live with a complete stranger.

It is late evening and Janet Young, who has not spoken a word since witnessing the death of her brother during the Blitz, has arrived at widower George Wilson's home, accompanied by her compassionate billeting of?cer, Brenda. Upset, lonely and frightened of her surroundings, Janet explores her new bedroom. Spooked by the eerie contents, Janet rushes to bed and waits for morning....

Over the next few days, we see the stresses of war take its toll on all three of our characters, turning each of their worlds upside down. As unexplained events and strange goings on happen within the house, George's dark and disturbing past is brought to light.

Originally written as a short play, Quint-Essential performed THE EVACUEE in three London fringe theatres in 2011, as part of a collection of short plays entitled Dark Tales. Due to the overwhelming response from both audience and critics alike playwright Ian Breeds set about creating the full length version of this heartbreaking yet dark original piece of theatre.

SPECIAL PERFORMANCES:

2-4-1 ticket promotion- 29th and 30th October

Halloween Special
Avoid Trick or Treater's this Halloween and step back in time with this WW2 ghost story and
tickets for £6.66- 31st October

1940s Evening
Heated rollers, red lipstick, waistcoats and ?at caps at the ready! Join us in dressing up in
clothing and costumes of the WW2 era, then enjoy a drink with the cast and crew after the
show- 9th November

Remembrance Day
Remembering the hero's of war, £1 from every ticket sold for this performance will be donated
to The Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal- Sunday 10th November

THE EVACUEE A WW2 Ghost Story by Ian Breeds at the Chelsea Theatre; 7 World's End Place, Kings Road, London SW10 0DR from 29 October until 17 November 2013. (No Monday Performances) Tuesdays- Saturdays 8pm, Sundays 4pm, Wednesday Matinees 2pm. Tickets £12 (£10 Concessions). To book tickets visit www.chelseatheatre.org.uk/the-evacuee/. For more information visit www.quint-essentialtheatre.co.uk. Suitable for age 14 years +.

Check out two promos below!





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