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Hero's Welcome

Full-Length Play  /  3w, 3m

Alan Ayckbourn

A war hero returns to the town he fled 17 years ago, which threatens to stir up old rivalries and resentments.

Hero's Welcome

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    3w, 3m
  • Duration
    Duration
    120 minutes (2 hours)

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Summary
Though he's lauded in the media as a military hero, Murray is remembered less fondly by many in his old village. He left amidst rumours of arson, unplanned pregancy and stealing his best friend's girlfriend. So when he returns, 17 years later, with a new wife in tow, he creates trouble from the beginning - not least with his ex-fiancee. As more secrets emerge and old scores are settled, the village is drawn into the crossfire.

Murray A former soldier, 38

Baba His wife, 32

Brad A farmer & landowner, 38

Kara His wife, 35

Simmy (Simone) Their daughter, 17

Derek A builder, 43 Alice His wife, 39

Note: Kara & Simmy are written to be doubled-up by the same actor

  • Duration 120 minutes (2 hours)

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Alan Ayckbourn

Alan Ayckbourn

A playwright and theatre director, to date Alan Ayckbourn has written 89 plays – Family Album attracted four-star reviews when it premiered in September 2022 at the Stephen Joseph, where nearly all his plays are first staged.

However, this year he will stage his 88th play Welc ...

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