Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
By Richard Alfieri · The Tower Theatre, Folkestone
| Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks | |
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| Production Details | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 23–25 May 2024 |
| Venue | The Tower Theatre |
| Director | Paul Milton |
| Writer | Richard Alfieri |
| Producer | Sam Burgess |
| Amateur production by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. | |
The Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society presented this Small Stage Theatre production of Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks by Richard Alfieri on 23rd–25th May 2024 at The Tower Theatre, Folkestone. An amateur production by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.
Synopsis
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks is a heartfelt comedy-drama about an unlikely friendship that develops between Lily Harrison, a widowed retiree, and Michael Minetti, a cynical dance instructor. When Lily hires Michael to give her private dance lessons at her Florida condo, their clashing personalities initially lead to friction. However, as they dance through the cha-cha, tango, and other styles, they open up about their past struggles, losses, and dreams. Through laughter, arguments, and shared vulnerabilities, their relationship transforms into a deep and touching bond that defies age and expectations. The play explores themes of loneliness, acceptance, and the healing power of human connection.
Cast
Production Team
Direction & Production
- Director – Paul Milton
ProducerDesign & Technical
- Set Design & Construction – Robert White
Light & SoundPhotography
- Photography – David Shackle