Posting Letters to the Moon
Posting Letters to the Moon is a romantic, funny and very touching portrait of life during the second World War, featuring readings of letters between Oscar nominated actress Celia Johnson (Brief Encounter) and her explorer and writer husband Peter Fleming (brother of James Bond creator Ian Fleming) posted to India and the Far East during the war working for Military Intelligence.
The letters are read by their daughter Lucy Fleming (Love Sarah, The Archers) and her husband Simon Williams (Upstairs Downstairs, The Archers, EastEnders), and give an insight into a young mother’s life coping during the war and tell of Celia Johnson’s experience of filming with Noël Coward, David Lean and her thoughts while making the classic film Brief Encounter in 1945.
Not only are the letters highly engaging, but they also provide a fascinating historical insight into that time of true austerity and fearfulness.
The show also includes a Q&A at the end.
Afternoon Teas
Come and enjoy a delicious freshly made afternoon tea of sandwiches, scones, cakes, and filter coffee or tea ahead of your show! Dietary requirements can be added when booking (including vegetarian and vegan).
Add to your basket when booking online (see the You might also be interested in… page once you have selected your tickets) or with our friendly Box Office team! Served 90 minutes before the show. Limited spaces per performance, so book early to avoid disappointment.
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