
This was the second play during our debut run. A play based on the 1990 novel by Australian author Morris Glietzman. The play is about a 12 year old Australian boy named Colin Mudford who is sent to live in England while his brother is being treated for cancer. The play was adapted for the stage by Mary Morris.
Cast – In order of appearance
Colin – Daniel Hodson
Luke – Trevor Morgan
Dad – Michael Summerfield
Mum – Gemma Crossland
Dr. 1 – Elizabeth Bloxham
Nurse – Annabel Cook
Dr. 2 – Lizzie Coleman
Nurse – Claire Cousins
Matron – Poppy Prentis
Flight Attendant – Hazel Cottrell
Businessman – Jennie Taylor
Captain – Claire Cousins
Aunty Iris – Maddy Hull
Uncle Bob – Martin Cousins
Alice – Anwen Pugh
American Tourist – Aimee Jackson
Spanish Tourist – Hayley Roberts
Policewoman – Kate Burton
Nurse – Miranda Pickford
Dr. – Emma Foster
Ted – Jonathon Boocock
Cafe Waitress – Victoria Hills
Dr. Graham – Katie Foster
Nurse – Hannah Campbell
Griff – Rukshan Permal
Flight Check-in – Elizabeth Bloxham
Victoria Hills was also responsible for organisation of props.
The Crew
The following people were a part of the production team for both 2 Weeks with the Queen and our production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, a big thank you to all of those who helped us in those early days. You were a big part in helping to build this youth theatre in to part of the community it has served for many years.
Scenery Construction – Maureen Yule, John Taylor, Matthew Taylor, Angus Macraild, Holly Pearce, Charlotte Armstrong, Kelly Griffiths, Louise Gray and Oliver Waldock.
Lighting – John Morgan
Sound Effects – Gary Dutton
Make up – Helen Dutton and Sara Dutton
Ticket Design – Claire Gibbs
Photos – Andy Willmott
Programme – Emma Willmott, Andy Kibbey and Maureen Yule
Front of House support was provided by members of the Huntingdon Drama Club