Directed by Gail Cornell, Nantwich Players’ latest production is the classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie ‘And Then There Were None’.
The story follows 10 strangers who are invited to a secluded island off the coast of Devon, only to be killed off one by one in accordance with an eerie nursery rhyme.
Walking into the auditorium I felt instantly transported to a 1930s luxurious drawing room, with stylish portraits on the walls, impressive views and a beautifully detailed set which highlights the isolation of the island.
The performance I saw was very successful at building suspense. From the moment the characters are introduced to the audience, you get an uneasy sense that one of them is hiding a dark secret.
As accusations start to fly, the characters become more paranoid, and cracks begin to appear in their carefully maintained composure.
The cast did a great job, they all gave confident and strong performances. Eileen Heaton was wonderful as Emily Brent, as was Caroline Buckley who played Vera Claythorne.
Adam Goode as Captain Lombard and Jonathan Brett as William Bloor worked well together.
However, it was the monologue delivered by Tony Webb as General Mackenzie which provided one of the production’s most moving moments.
I really enjoyed watching this production, even if you are familiar with the story and already know whodunit, there is a genuine pleasure in watching the mystery of this psychological thriller unfold.
Nantwich Players have created a suspenseful production that holds your attention to the final twist.
And Then There Were None is running at The Players Theatre until 4th July.
(Written by Claire Faulkner)
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