The drama of the high seas will be coming to Ardross Hall on Wednesday 29th March with Benchtour’s Theatre production of Crowhurst.

Set in the South Atlantic, the production dramatises the moving true story of the single-handed yachtsman, Donald Crowhurst. It is 1969 and the end of the first ever Sunday Times Round-The-World Yacht Race. After 243 days alone at sea trying to fix the race, Crowhurst disappears. Meanwhile the proud British public awaits his victorious return.

A personal drama of sailing and solitude, Crowhurst’s story slips between reality and fantasy, bravery and foolishness. Combining video projection with live action, Benchtours production goes beyond the confines of a small cabin and out into the vast ocean of perceptions, truths and lies.

Scripted by John Harvey, the production which stars Peter Clerke is mid-way through a national tour and has attracted good reviews:

“A great premise for a show….Brilliantly evocative of a pivotal year in the Twentieth century.” The Herald

“A dreamy sea-going beauty that stays in the mind. A haunting tale of British masculinity that leaves a powerful emotional imprint.”
The Scotsman

The performance starts at 8pm and tickets costing £6 or £4 concession, are available from www.thebooth.co.uk  or by telephoning the box office on 01349 880591.