Theatre Students to produce hit play in Saltburn

A Small Group of local theatre students are bringing their debut production of Willy Russell's Olivier winning play 'Educating Rita' to Saltburn.

Set in a University lecturer's office, Educating Rita tells the story of Frank (Ethan Warren), a frustrated poet and dedicated drinker who takes on an open university student, Rita (Emily Rooney) to pay for his drink - or so he planned.

The heartfelt comedy by renowned playwright Willy Russell became a hit when it was adapted for the screen in 1983 with Michael Caine and Julie Walters.

The local group of students have started rehearsals, and are looking forward to their debut performance as a group.

Director and Producer, Dan Sillett, said: "This story needs to be told now more than ever - it is a reminder that you can always become who you want to be regardless of background"

Cast Member, Emily Rooney, said: "I feel really proud to be spreading such an inspirational message, especially through the such intimate form of art that live theatre is."

Educating Rita will be shown at the Saltburn Community Arts Theatre on the 24th to the 25th October, at 7pm. Tickets are on sale now for £8 each, and are available at www.bit.ly/educating_rita or by phoning 0333 666 3366.

Exciting to see local people creating some fabulous work!

13th September 2022

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