Comedy coming to the Telford stage with theatre's latest production

A county theatre is gearing up for its latest production - The Weird Will of Willy Williams.

The Little Theatre in Donnington, Telford, will be putting on the play from Thursday, October 8, to Saturday, October 10.

The comedy is written by popular UK playwright, David Tristram, who is based in Shropshire.

Detailing what audiences can expect a spokesman for the theatre said: “When eccentric former plumber and keen amateur actor Harold William Williams passes away, he leaves behind a will unlike any other.

“His two beneficiaries, bossy ex-police officer Jacky and her easy-going IT-expert brother Tim, soon discover that claiming their inheritance is going to be far more complicated, and a great deal funnier, than they bargained for.

“With a suspicious solicitor, a theatrical old friend, and plenty of surprises along the way, this warm-hearted comedy promises an evening of laughs.”

The play is written by Tristram, who is best known for his hugely popular Inspector Drake mysteries and his Little Grimley series, with his work performed by amateur and professional companies all over the world.

The cast features Rob Jukes as the larger-than-life Harold, Alicia Crone as Jacky, Luke Bridges as Tim, Helen Madden as solicitor Melissa, and Carol Robertson as Maggie.

The production is directed by Simon Whitehouse.

The Little Theatre Donnington is a friendly, NODA award-winning community theatre group, run entirely by volunteers, with a long history of bringing local talent to the stage.

Performances run from Thursday, October 8, to Saturday, October 10, starting at 7.30pm.

Tickets cost £7 and can be booked through the box office online or by calling 01952 407959.

People can also book early for the group's pantomime, Robin Hood, running from January 23 to 30, 2027, with tickets starting at £8.50.