Once in the theatre the first thing you become aware of is the outstanding set which covers the full width of the stage. From the cluttered table stage left to the outlet stage right it is a credit to the designer and constructors, Bob Peet and Andrew Phillips. However my immediate thought is how can a play with only two actors do justice to the set? This thought soon disappears as the action moves smoothly across the stage which in no small part should be credited to the slick direction from the experienced Sally Putnam of this play by Simon Woods.

The time is in the tumultuous era of Maggie Thatcher, when homosexuality is being debated about the contentious Section 28, although LGBTQI had previously been legalised by the Wilson Labor Government it is still a major part of politics and discussed at length

The debate is carried on in earnest outside of politics and into the home which is exemplified by the two protagonists in the play. Andrew Clark plays a quintessential Tory cabinet minister, Robin Hesketh, while his wife, the politically opposite Diana. is portrayed by Anita Zamberlan Canala. Both of these very experienced actors are ideally suited to their respective roles. Their arguments, counter arguments and gestures are presented with such realism that the audience becomes mesmerised. Their high pressure performances continue nonstop for the entire time they are on stage (about 105 minutes).

The production team as is usual for the Stirling Players all played their part in ensuring everything ran smoothly. A special mention to the programme which gave an insight to the era and the references within the play.

There was not a full house by any means. Perhaps there was a distraction with the Crows playing in the finals that night. This play is well worth seeing if just to witness the work of two wonderful actors.