Howerd’s End
The Beehive, Dowell Street, Honiton EX14 1LZ
Theatre
UNTIL Friday 7th October
A new play about one of the greatest comics, Frankie Howerd.
Frankie Howerd was one of Britain's most loved comedians for half a century. But he had a secret. And the secret's name was Dennis.
This brand new play by Mark Farrelly (Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope) takes you to the heart of Frankie and Dennis' clandestine relationship, which lasted from the 1950s until Frankie's death in 1992. It also affords a glorious opportunity to encounter Frankie in full-flight stand-up mode.
Packed with laughter but unafraid of truth, Howerd's End portrays two humans' journey through closeness, love, grief, and all the other things that make life worth living. Come and say farewell to a legend…and learn the art of letting go.
'I knew Dennis, and I wrote for Frankie – and this play is brilliant' – Barry Cryer
Reviews
Theatre Weekly | London Pub Theatres | Libby Purves
Sardines Magazine | The Reviews Hub | Reviews Gate
Theatre Vibe | London Theatre 1 | British Theatre Guide
North West End | Get Your Coats On
London Living Large:
"If you see better performances or a more insightful play this year or next, you will be very lucky"
North West End:
"Heartfelt, funny and with an inspiring message"
(No star ratings) Spectator:
"The Beeb could turn this script into TV gold"
London Pub Theatres:
"It's touching, it's moving...this is a well-told tale of a unique talent who still raises a smile"
Get Your Coats On:
"It's a quietly powerful performance that grows louder in the remembering"
Tickets £16 General Admission, £13 Student
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