Directed by Helen Ferguson

Cast: Chris Connel, Pat Dunn, Gary Kitching, Laura Norton, David Whitaker

“…marks Mike Yeaman out as a serious writing talent.” The Journal

“Farcical tale told brilliantly.” Evening Chronicle

“All the hallmarks of a sure-fire hit.” UK Theatre Network

Thank you for looking at my website.  Latest update: WINNER of  Live Theatre‘s new writing event, Short Cuts, with a short ten minute play performed at Live Theatre July 7th/8th.

Four week run at the Royal Court Liverpool (current holders of UK touring rights)

Directed by Ken Alexander

Designed by Mark Walters

Cast: Sheila Reid, Michael Starke, Pauline Fleming, Kris Mochrie, Rachel Rae, Chris Crookall, Mike Neary

“… an outrageously witty script… yet what makes this piece so special is his ability to combine the hilarious with the beautiful… a captivating show….a winner of a production.”   Whatsonstage.com

“… (Sheila) Reid certainly has fun playing the crafty, potty-mouthed third ager… Her performance is joyfully on the money…saying that, the cast as a whole give her a gleeful run for her money… slapstick mayhem with a poignant finale… Ken Alexander and his cast have created an evening’s entertainment that’s at least five numbers and the Bonus Ball.”   Liverpool Echo

“Mike Yeaman’s play is fat with laughs….”  Liverpool Daily Post

“…both funny and thought provoking …a masterclass in timing and delivery… this is one Lottery show that is well worth buying a ticket for.”   The Stage

“…cheers and clapping and hearty laughter…”   Liverpoolconfidantial.com

“…a series of roller coaster emotions… it’s full of earthy belly laughs and fantastic one liners! …. also some great visual gags… I don’t remember laughing that much in a theatre… the venue and this production make for a great night out.”   thepublicreviews.com

More reviews and photos on director Ken Alexander’s website.

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Directed by Ross Jolly.

Cast: Louise Petherbridge, Julie Edwards, Jason Ward Kennedy, Esther Green, Aaron Alexander, Daniel Armstrong, Samuel Irwin.

“Lucky Numbers, winner of Britain’s prestigious People’s Play Award, is a happy choice for Fortune’s winter season, with its mix of funny lines, farcical action, likeable characters, and comic twists in a relevant plot line that is sure to appeal.”
Theatreview.org.nz

“Cheerfully funny… seamlessly transferred from its native Newcastle.”
Otego Daily Times

“Had the audience rolling…”
Arts On Sunday, New Zealand Radio

“Plenty of winning lines…. Laughs a-plenty and a good heart.”
The Star (NZ)

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Originally produced in The Studio at The People’s Theatre Jesmond. Produced again three months later at The Customs House, South Shields.

Customs House production directed by Jackie Fielding.

Cast:  Pat Dunn, Peter Harrison, Carol McGuigan, Chris Connel, Laura Norton, Andy Bates, Baden Burns.

“Really original piece…a brilliant script….wonderfully crafted.”   
Evening Chronicle

“A cracking piece that is laugh-out-loud funny – hoots of laughter rang out throughout this hugely entertaining farce.”    The Northern Echo

“Mike Yeaman’s play is packed with scenes and situations that are full of comic potential and he grabs them all, hitting the mark each and every time. The laughs from the audience are loud, long and hearty. Additionally, there are some beautifully poignant moments that almost bring a lump to the throat.”
UK Theatre Network

“…keeps us hooked until the very end…had the audiences howling from start to finish….the reaction of the audience proved why Lucky Numbers was winner of the People’s Play Award…”  The Journal

“…they laughed almost from the first word….a definite comic talent.”  British Theatre Guide

“Well plotted farcical action with a delightful final twist… Anyone who likes comedy should not miss this.”
Sunderland Echo

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