Used by the Germans as a base where prisoners of war are put to work in slave labour camps, the residents of Jersey face a future of uncertainty and fear which frays tempers and tests loyalties among the tight-knit island community.
One such resident is Louisa Gould (Jenny Seagrove), who refuses to give up hope for the island she holds so dear, for her sons fighting abroad and for a rescue by Churchill's forces that never seems to materialise.
When a Russian soldier called Feodor (Julian Kostov) escapes the labour camps, seeking shelter, Lou realises she can't simply hand him back. Alongside her sister Ivy (Amanda Abbington), brother Harold (Ronan Keating) and the village postmaster Arthur (John Hannah), Lou decides to harbour the fugitive, striking up a bond with the young, intelligent man she calls Bill for short, whom she soon treats as her own.
As rations on the island become scarcer and tensions rise among the inhabitants, Lou's defiant attitude and cavalier approach to hiding the fugitive in plain sight arouses suspicion from the Nazis and distrust among her neighbours. Facing the prospect of capture and deportation to Germany, Lou plays a dangerous game of cat and mouse to keep Bill safe from harm, refusing to believe that the wider community will betray her. In doing so, she risks paying the ultimate sacrifice for her duty to her friends and a young man caught up in the horror of war...
WebsiteVisit website
VenueThe Mowlem Theatre
AddressShore Road, Swanage, Dorset, Swanage, Dorset,
Explore localWhat's on in Swanage
Local tourist information guide
Other eventsWhat's on at The Mowlem Theatre
Main photo may be copyright © Mowlem Theatre
Nearest Hotels
Staying overnight in Swanage?
We've teamed up with Booking.com to provide the best room rates for hotels near the vicinity of the Another Mothers Son 12a event in Swanage.
The White Swan
Located 8 km from Corfe Castle in Swanage, The White Swan features a restaurant, bar and free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. Every room comes with a TV.
Town Hall Lodge
Set in a cobbled courtyard down a quiet lane in Swanage town centre, Town Hall Lodge offers fresh local produce in its varied breakfast menu. The Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site, and the sandy beach are 5 minutes walk away..
Louisa Lodge & Purbeck
Nestled in extensive gardens in central Swanage, less than 300 metres from the seafront, this family-run hotel combines traditional country house atmosphere with modern amenities..
Robertsbrook Guest House
Less than 5 minutes walk from the sea, Robertsbrook Guest House is located opposite the Swanage steam railway station. On Dorsets Jurassic coast, this stylish bed and breakfast provides free parking and Wi-Fi..
Bay View
Bay View offers accommodation in Swanage, 8 km from Corfe Castle. The unit is equipped with a kitchen. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower.
Mulberry'S
MulberryS offers accommodation in Swanage, 300 metres from Corfe Castle. It provides free private parking. Bournemouth Airport is 21 km away.
View all hotels near The Mowlem Theatre
Your comments:
comments powered by DisqusDisclaimer: This event is not organised by BritEvents, and we cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of the information provided, errors, or omissions. Always check the information provided before you book tickets.
Jeff Dunham: Seriously!? Comedy Icon Announces UK Arena Tour for 2020
odome set to revolutionise event marketing
Edinburgh Cocktail Week
Calvin Harris new album 18 Months
