Willis Hall était un dramaturge et scénariste anglais dont l'œuvre s'inspirait fréquemment de ses racines de la classe ouvrière à Leeds. Son écriture explorait souvent des thèmes sociaux et les expériences des gens ordinaires. Hall fut un auteur prolifique dans divers médias, créant des pièces de théâtre, des scénarios radiophoniques et télévisuels, ainsi que des comédies musicales pour enfants et adultes.
Pour les Hollins, quinze jours de vacances, c'est l'aventure, surtout quand on ne sait pas lire une carte ! Un soir, ils plantent leur tente au pied d'un château biscornu. D'une tourelle s'échappe une étrange musique, des yeux luisent dans la nuit...
Orphaned at an early age, Jane Eyre leads a lonely life until she finds work as a governess at Thornfield Hall, where she meets the mysterious Mr Rochester and sees a ghostly woman who roams the halls by night.
Focusing on their desperate bid for freedom, two convicts break out of prison to avoid spending another Christmas behind bars. Their escape leads to a series of unexpected and adventurous encounters, showcasing their resourcefulness and the challenges they face while evading capture. The narrative explores themes of survival, camaraderie, and the pursuit of redemption during the holiday season.
As Billy's job at the undertakers becomes increasingly boring, his lies become increasingly outrageous, which starts to get him in serious trouble. Full of hilarious characters and touching moments, Keith Waterhouse's adaptation of his own novel remains a modern classic.
Billy Liar captures brilliantly the claustrophobic atmosphere of a small town. It tells the story of Billy Fisher, a Yorkshire teenager unable to stop lying - especially to his three girlfriends. Trapped by his boring job and working-class parents, Billy finds that his only happiness lies in grand plans for his future and fantastical day-dreams of the fictional country Ambrosia.
Set in the Malayan jungle, this critically acclaimed play is tough, realistic and full of comedy. Its characters are British soldiers who look upon their duty in the jungle with a marked lack of enthusiasm until they discover that soldiering is something more than the game they thought it was at first. Before the play comes to its unexpected climax, the men have faced up to unforeseen issues of loyalty and danger. Period 1942.-8 men
Set against the backdrop of twentieth-century bureaucracy, this exuberant comedy explores the plight of the Hesseltine family, who are eagerly anticipating a move to a better home. Their hopes are dashed when they discover they will be relocated to a cramped block of flats instead of a house with a garden. The narrative unfolds with a mix of humor and poignant commentary on the challenges of modern living, featuring a cast of three women and six men navigating their new reality.
The story features iconic characters like Long John Silver, Billy Bones, and young Jim Hawkins, who embarks on an adventurous quest for treasure. This adaptation includes engaging songs and musical numbers, allowing for creative staging and performance opportunities. With a diverse cast of one woman and thirteen men, it brings to life the thrilling escapades and rich personalities that have enchanted readers for generations.
The story features Toad, who escapes from prison only to discover that his beloved Toad Hall has been taken over by the villainous Weasels. With the help of his loyal friends, they embark on an adventure filled with enchanting songs and a thrilling battle to reclaim Toad's home. The dramatization offers a large flexible cast, making it an engaging experience for performers and audiences alike.