Testing Testing - part 9

Uncle Nobby - part 10

Every family has one. Eccentricity was quite the norm sixty years ago and I loved these individuals all the more for it. The sweet smell of freshly cut grass, preparing the cricket pitch for the next match conjures up images of a dapper looking Nobby, about to embark on his latest faux pas. Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.

Testing Testing - part 9

Father’s latest gadget provides endless hours of fun. But has he gone too far this time? Unimpressed by his actions, poor Mother is left to contemplate a visit from the National press. Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.

A Special Engagement - part 8

A glorious summer evening in June 1968. Everything is perfect for this family celebration. The rambling roses never smelt sweeter and the palest of pink cherry blossom carpets the lawn. All the ingredients are here for a truly magical evening. Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.

Going Going Gone - part 7

One man's antique is another’s piece of tat! Just, how do you manage to furnish a big old house with limited funds? Why, the town sale room of course, and Father, undoubtedly their best customer, never ceases to amaze us with his wacky finds. Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.

Are We There Yet - part 6

Stealing away in the dead of night and waking up to a strange new world of popping seaweed and picnics of golden flaky pasties on the beach. Buzz words were the ice cream cornet and thermos flask. Baggage allowance or departure lounge didn't figure in our 1960’s vocabulary. Memoirs of a Little 'Un by Chrissy Payne was narrated by Juanita McMahon, with sound design by Adam P McCready, supported using public funding from Arts Council England. It is produced by New Perspectives Theatre Company’s Open Pitch – a unique community programme that showcases extraordinary stories from across the East Midlands.