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The Graduate
May 2008
The play explores the life of 21-year old Ben Braddock shortly after earning his bachelor's degree and begins with a party at his parents' house to celebrate his graduation. Mrs. Robinson, the wife of his father's business partner, turns up in Benjamin's room and exposes herself to him, offering to have an affair with him. In this scene, known as the "Mrs. Robinson, you are trying to seduce me" scene, Benjamin is initially flustered and shocked but a few days later he calls her and their affair begins. Mr Robinson, unaware of the affair, tries to encourage Benjamin to call on his daughter Elaine. Mrs Robinson, however, forces Ben to promise that he will never date Elaine. Ben's life begins to fall apart. The Graduate was a hit in the West End with actresses including Kathleen Turner, Jerry Hall and Amanda Donahoe taking the lead role of Mrs Robinson.
The Graduate will be directed by Bob Froud whose previous productions at The Arden include Monty Python's Life Of Brian, Dead Funny and most recently Cold Comfort Farm.
The play will be classed as an Adult production
Tickets are available on line, or at Wyn's Florist, Preston Street, Faversham, or by phone - call 01795 531600 during office hours
FUN NIGHT AT THE ARDEN
Fun had by all. Saturday 5th April, 7.45 pm
The fund-raising fun night, held at the Arden in early April, was hailed a success by both performers and audience.
Food was eaten, drink was drunk and funny bones were tickled in a mixed bad of entertainment ranging from sketches to music, magic to poetry.
FAVERSHAM YOUNG PLAYERS
Pat O'Connor, who is well known to many of us at the Arden, is to take over FAVERSHAM YOUNG PLAYERS as from Saturday, 22 March 2008.
The first session will be from 9.30 – 10.30 am for 8 – 11 year olds, and the second session from 10.30 – 11.45 am for young people from 12 up. The fee for each session will be £3.00 a head. Pat will be concentrating on drama workshops with an emphasis on comedy, possibly leading to a variety production later in the year.
Pat is a qualified Drama teacher, formerly head of drama at Highsted school in Sittingbourne; he has also done a considerable amount of professional work (notably appearing in panto at the Marlowe theatre!). For further information ring him on 01227 450528 or his mobile 07745 178505, - or just come along!
Post Christmas Expansion
Not Waistline
We are delighted to have obtained Planning Permission to construct a 'gallery' dressing room to increase facilities and add to the comfort of our casts. Building work will begin in the new year.
We will also be raising funds to install a new dedicated entrance door, which will allow direct access to the theatre.