THAT'S THE SPIRIT

It was 75 years ago that Noel Coward famously wrote the play 'Blythe Spirit' whilst staying in Fountain Suite, in Portmeirion, and 19-21st October 2016 saw a series of very special anniversary performances in the village's Hercules Hall.

Entertainer and astrologer Russell Grant directed and starred in and, as expected, totally stole the show with his fantastic portrayal of Madame Arcati, the eccentric medium invited to a country house by a socialite and novelist. Grant as Arcati should surely be considered for a West End production of the play!

Assisted by the local amateur group the Citcom Starlight Players, Grant's radio-play adaptation version was due to take place in 2011 but Russell's unforgettable appearances on 'Strictly Come Dancing' delayed the idea.

All three nights in the recent run were a sell out, with attendees treated to a glass of bubbly as part of their ticket price when booking through Portmeirion.

Photo (c) Tori Davy.

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