'Hoovering on The Edge' by Hilary Spiers Directed by Christine Linden-Smith When seven British ladies decide to take an educational writing course in sunny Spain relationships develop and tales are told. The characters are diverse and all, bar Clare, are middle-aged. Their young tutor Gareth is out-numbered, out-manoeuvred and completely out-classed by his manipulative pupils. In this character and twist-driven comedy full of surprises and poignancy, the seven women have fun and so do the audience, and although it is a kindred spirit to the popular Calendar Girls, it has its own sparkle and pathos. With sun, sand, sangria and storytelling, coupled with a hint of surreptitious sex, what could possibly go wrong? This amateur production of Hoovering on the Edge' is presented by arrangement with Stagescripts Ltd

Pack of Lies by Hugh Whitemore Directed by Helen Hardwick Based on real life events 'Pack of Lies' is a beautifully written Cold War spy triller set in suburban Ruislip in 1961. The Jacksons are a nice middle-aged English couple. Their best friends are their Canadian neighbors, the Krogers. All is blissful in their world until a detective from Scotland Yard asks to use their house as an observation station to try and foil a Soviet spy ring operating in the area. The Jacksons become increasingly uncomfortable as Scotland Yard's demands on them increase. They are really put to the test when the detective reveals that the spies are the Krogers, and he asks them to help set a trap. Should they betray their friends? Winner of Laurence Olivier and Tony Awards This amateur production of Pack of Lies is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

While on a cruise, parents Peter and Debbie make a holiday-friend of Elsa, an outspoken widow from Denver, USA. They agree to stay in touch because it would be rude not to, and no one follows it up, do they? A few months later, when Elsa invites herself to come and stay with the family, they realise they know nothing about this lady, so they look her up online. That is when they discover that the whole family might be in mortal danger! But how can they uninvite Elsa without appearing impolite? This hilarious modern comedy of manners was first performed in Chichester in 2022 before enjoying a successful West End run. Steven Moffat is known for writing such hits as Sherlock, Doctor Who and Douglas Is Cancelled. The wheelchair-accessible seats can be booked as standard seats when all others are sold. The Saturday performance is a matinee.

'DRACULA' by Steven Dietz Directed by Cathy Durrant I want your fear" For your fear, like a current, rushes through your body. Your fear makes your heart pound, it renders your veins rich and full. Your fear hemorrhages deliciously within you. This new adaptation restores the suspense and seduction of Bram Stokers classic novel to the stage. As Count Dracula begins to exert his will upon the residents of London, they try to piece together the clues of his appearancesin a valiant attempt to save themselves from a hideous fate. Rich with both humour and horror, this play paints a wickedly theatrical picture of Stokers famous vampire. DRACULA (DIETZ) is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com)

"Jack And The Beanstalk" By Richard Hills Directed By Janine Robins It's Panto time again! Oh yes it is, and this year Ifield Barn Theatre proudly presents "Jack And The Beanstalk" A popular version of this story with all the traditional panto ingredients. Giant Blunderbore battles with the gentle Fairy Moonshine as brave Jack is tricked on his way to market to sell the family cow for a handful of magic beans, and then has to climb the beanstalk resulting in more adventures. Tremendous fun! This amateur production of Jack And The Beanstalk is presented by arrangement with Stagescripts Ltd. www.stagescripts.co.uk