This is our review of Helen Forrester’s Twopence To Cross The Mersey at New Brighton‘s Floral Pavilion. So, let’s take a look at Helen Forrester’s Twopence To Cross The Mersey!
Synopsis Of Helen Forrester’s Twopence To Cross The Mersey
This is an adaptation of Helen Forrester’s million-selling autobiography. And this amazing period drama is set in the early 1930’s deep in the middle of the Great Depression. So, in 1931, Helen’s spendthrift father has to declare bankruptcy. This forces the family to no longer use nannies and servants. They even have to leave their incredible middle-class home in the Southwest of England. Carrying little more than their current clothes, the nine-strong family would take the train to Liverpool. Their hopes are to rebuild their lives in this city. One particular shock sees the thriving port of yesteryear no longer existing.
Meanwhile, 12-year-old Helen suffers more than most. With her parents not finding work, she’s the one that must stay home to look after her six young siblings. Eventually, the burden of running the entire house falls on her shoulders. All the while, the Forresters rely on low handouts from a parish, charities, and strangers. However, at age 14, Helen finally says that enough is enough. And so a battle between Helen and her parents commences as she looks to make her own way in the world. However, will her mother and father continue to stand in her way?
Analysis Of Helen Forrester’s Twopence To Cross The Mersey
This show starred Mark Moraghan, Lynn Francis, Parry Glasspool, Jenny Murphy, Daniel Taylor, Lynne Fitzgerald, Robert Hudson, Roy Carruthers, and Chloe McDonald. It’s a stunning period drama set in the early 1930s in the midst of the Great Depression. And it’s the tale of a middle-class family who have gone into bankruptcy, covering their struggle and hardship to survive. This tale is lifted with comedic dialogue and great performances from all the cast, particularly Jenny Murphy who played Helen.
Helen was treated very badly by her selfish parents. She was deprived of an education in order to look after the younger members of her family. Furthermore, Helen was ignored by her best friend, which hurt her feelings. However, she also met some very good people along with some cruel people. By focusing on the positive people, though, Helen is able to challenge the authority of those controlling her. It’s a lesson for attendees to consider.
Summary Of Helen Forrester’s Twopence To Cross The Mersey
I would thoroughly recommend this show. We very much take it for granted that we have an education, but this isn’t always the case. And this spellbinding show is a reminder of how people struggle through hard times.
