| Event type: | Meeting |
| Date: | Thursday 7th May 2026 |
| Time: | 13:45 - 17:00 |
| Group: | Armchair Theatre Play Reading |
| Venue: | Member's home |
The play, set in the 1920s, takes place in one room of Julia and Fred’s flat in London. Julia’s best friend, Jane, comes around in a flap after their husbands leave for the weekend; both girls have received a postcard from an old flame stating his intention to visit. What ensues is hilarious and cringe-worthy as the girls – equally terrified and excited at the prospect – drink themselves into a stupor and simultaneously a rage, and both their friendship and marriages are put to the test.
This is not a deep psychological excavation or a radical reimagining of a classic. It is a witty and genteel comedy of manners that embraces all the sophistication and silliness of Coward’s world. Yet within that world lies a shimmering pleasure. The physical comedy is delightful, the dialogue sharp, and the performances full of spirit and affection.
Overall, Fallen Angels is a stylish reminder of Coward’s enduring brilliance. It sparkles with desire, rivalry and scandal, all delivered with elegance and laughter.