Future Productions by the Progressive Players
Love From a Stranger
Frank Vosper, adapted from a short story by Agatha Christie
Love from a Stranger is a tense and gripping psychological thriller from the early years of Agatha Christie’s career, adapted for the stage by Frank Vosper.
Cecily Harrington has lived a quiet, respectable life, working hard and playing by the rules. When she unexpectedly wins a large sum of money, she dares to dream of excitement and escape from the ordinary.
Enter Bruce Lovell—a charming and attentive stranger who offers romance, adventure, and a new life away from everything Cecily has known.
Swept up in a whirlwind courtship, Cecily abandons her familiar world to marry Bruce and move to a secluded country cottage. At first, the change appears idyllic, but small unsettling moments begin to intrude. As isolation deepens and Bruce’s behaviour becomes increasingly disturbing, Cecily is forced to confront the terrifying possibility that her perfect romance may be hiding a far darker truth.
Adapted from Christie’s short story Philomel Cottage, Love from a Stranger builds relentlessly towards a chilling climax, combining suspense, deception, and psychological tension in a tightly wound drama. With its atmospheric setting and unforgettable central performances, the play explores trust, fear, and the danger of mistaking obsession for love—proving why Agatha Christie remains the undisputed master of suspense.
Arsenic & Old Lace
Joseph Kesselring
The murderous comedy returns!
There’s something foul about the Brewster Family. Something in the blood that makes them rotten. Recently engaged Mortimer loves his Aunts and is excited to share his news - but is distressed to find they’ve developed a taste for murder!
Madness runs in his bones; one brother thinks he’s President Roosevelt, the other is an imprisoned killer - can Mortimer really live an honest life with such insanity buried deep? Witness the classic murderous
comedy - and, try the wine won’t you?
Santa and the King of Lapland
Marian Walker
It's Lapland's Winter Fair at the King's palace in two day's time. There will be games including skiing, snowboarding, skating, building snow people, and snowball throwing. Everyone is looking forward to it. There's just one problem .... there's no snow!! Join Santa and the elves to see how they can help the king and save the Winter Fair.
This delightful Christmas play is designed especially for children aged 3-8. It’s full of festive fun, singalong songs and no "baddies" to worry about, all in a relaxed atmosphere. Every child will meet Santa and receive a small memento of their visit.