by Stephen Lee Rees

*MARDE HEN PRODUCTIONS have joined forces with LOCKO Amateur Dramatics for a new production of ‘Fish & Chips’, with Marie Stone (of Marde Hen & LOCKO) in charge of a new cast.

Serving up a hot portion of comedy with a pot of dramatic battered bits are Jean and Norman Bakewell; owners of ‘The Cod Father’ chip shop. Whilst one works hard to keep the business afloat, the other dreams of escape – perhaps to the South of France?

Unable to afford another member of staff, Norman works hard everyday to make ends meet, however, Jean has just about given up on the shop and wants out. Jean craves passion, adventure and to feel something other than grease between her toes. Norman, on the other hand, has a new interest in marketing ‘The Cod Father’ and dreams of global success – well – local success in the form of a chip van. From the get go, they laugh and joke about anything and anyone but it isn’t until the harsh words cut deep that they are both feeling neglected and question whether their relationship is as strong as they once thought.

Add to the mix Norman’s fun-loving brother Grayson (also Jean’s old flame) and love begins to blossom, but not in the right direction. So with the discovery of an old love letter and a diary detailing a specific event in the play, the reality of their lives is revealed but is it too late to go back?

Cast List:

Amy Stevens as Jean Bakewell

Gary Peake as Norman Bakewell

Martyn Fagg as Grayson Bakewell

Raki Raya as Sally Roberts

Martin John Devaney as Kenneth Jones

(Poster for 2023 Joint Production)