Bracknell

Bracknell based theatre company TableNine are celebrating five years of theatre production by returning to South Hill Park, Bracknell this spring with the award winning comedy, Humble Boy, to be performed on Wednesday 14th to Saturday 17th May at 7.45pm.

Penned by acclaimed new playwright Charlotte Jones, Humble Boy brings together the grand search for the fabric of the universe with family squabbles and a big bang in a Cotswold country garden.

The story centres around Felix Humble, a shambling Cambridge astrophysicist whose quest to discover the holy grail of physics, is inconveniently interrupted by the death of his father. Felix’s feeble attempts to play the dutiful son are thwarted by his demanding and acid-tongued mother, her brash new boyfriend, and the lover that he left behind years before to pursue his science. Felix battles on through domestic disharmony with his head firmly fixed in the stars, until he meets the kindly and wise gardener Jim who introduces him to a more earthly life of beekeeping and potted plants, and slowly, the seeds of unity begin to grow.

TableNine have created quite a buzz at Bracknell South Hill Park Arts Centre in recent years with their mix of quirky comedy, insightful drama and immersive theatre. This autumn will also see them expand their sets and audience members’ imaginations as the Wilde Theatre is transformed into Victorian London and the eminent detective Sherlock Holmes returns with a thrilling evening of murder and mystery.

TableNine is a thriving local Bracknell community theatre group always on the lookout for more members. For more information including how to join, visit www.tablenine.ik.com.

“Rich, original, intelligent, funny and touching… I can’t recommend this lovely play too highly.”
Daily Telegraph

“TableNine – a company that always delivers.” Bracknell News

Praise for previous productions:
‘Amazing show! Truly exceptional acting. A privilege to watch.'
'Super, fantastic, relaxing, fun entertainment - such talent!'
'A great evening, lots of talent and energy - can't wait for the next one!'

Humble Boy is performing at the Studio Theatre at South Hill Park Arts Centre, Ringmead, Bracknell RG12 7PA on Wed 14th to Sat 17th May at 7.45pm. Tickets priced £8 (concessions £7, members £6) available from the Box Office on 01344 484123 or at www.southhillpark.org.uk.

TableNine, Bracknell