Life & Beth (2008)

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World Premiere: 22 July 2008
Venue: Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
London Premiere: N/A
Venue: N/A

Play Number: 71
Published: Samuel French, Faber
Other Media: N/A

Short Synopsis: Recently widowed Beth is hosting her first family Christmas since her husband's Gordon's death, but a visit and prayer from the local vicar brings an unwelcome and unexpected visitor to the house.

Availability
Amateur: Apply to Concord Theatricals.
Professional: Apply to Casarotto Ramsay.

Life & Beth quote
"I'm trying to tell you, Gordon. I'm all right. I had the dreadful shock of losing you and for a week or two - I was beside myself with grief, I admit it… But I'm gradually getting over it, love… I'm coming to terms with it, you see. With being alone. Listen I hate to say this to your face, it sounds so terrible, but I really don't need you, Gordon, not any more…."
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