Rita, Sue & Bob Too
by ANDREA DUNBAR
National Tour
October 2024
11 - 12 NOTTINGHAM
Nottingham Arts Centre
Nottingham Arts Centre
18 - 19 HALIFAX
Victoria Theatre
25 SCARBOROUGH
Spa Grand Hall
Teaser Trailer January 2024
★★★★★
" Ashley and Fretwell have done Dunbar justice "
Fairy Powered Productions
★★★★★
" I haven't laughed quite that much as an audience member in a long time "
North West End
★★★★
" Fierce and Funny: An immensely entertaining production "
The Reviews Hub
Rita, Sue and Bob Too is a twisted, dark and hilarious comedy drama that tells the story of Rita and Sue, two working class girls from a rundown council estate who are about to finish their final year at school. In their spare time, they earn money babysitting for married couple Bob and Michelle. Behind Michelle’s back, Bob embarks on an affair with both Rita and Sue, who take it in turns with him in his car in the countryside. It is only a matter of time before Michelle and Sue's parents finds out and when they do sparks most definitely fly!
Andrea Dunbar’s semi-autobiographical work is a funny, touching and vibrant play, full of wicked humour and is a stark snapshot of 1980s northern working-class life, under an increasingly repressive Tory government. In 1986, the play was adapted into a film of the same name, and attracted a cult following due to its intimate portrayal of ordinary people’s lives
"Theatrical Powerhouse*" Diva Productions are proud to be presenting this iconic production live on stage for one last time as part of a National tour including London's West End.
Please note that strong language, partial nudity, scenes of a sexual nature and adult themes feature throughout this production.
" Ashley and Fretwell have done Dunbar justice "
Fairy Powered Productions
★★★★★
" I haven't laughed quite that much as an audience member in a long time "
North West End
★★★★
" Fierce and Funny: An immensely entertaining production "
The Reviews Hub
Rita, Sue and Bob Too is a twisted, dark and hilarious comedy drama that tells the story of Rita and Sue, two working class girls from a rundown council estate who are about to finish their final year at school. In their spare time, they earn money babysitting for married couple Bob and Michelle. Behind Michelle’s back, Bob embarks on an affair with both Rita and Sue, who take it in turns with him in his car in the countryside. It is only a matter of time before Michelle and Sue's parents finds out and when they do sparks most definitely fly!
Andrea Dunbar’s semi-autobiographical work is a funny, touching and vibrant play, full of wicked humour and is a stark snapshot of 1980s northern working-class life, under an increasingly repressive Tory government. In 1986, the play was adapted into a film of the same name, and attracted a cult following due to its intimate portrayal of ordinary people’s lives
"Theatrical Powerhouse*" Diva Productions are proud to be presenting this iconic production live on stage for one last time as part of a National tour including London's West End.
Please note that strong language, partial nudity, scenes of a sexual nature and adult themes feature throughout this production.
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Director - Andrew Ashley
Touring & Production Manager - Andy Fretwell
Head of Stage - Gary Kidd
Properties/Set - Susie Rowley
ASM - Laura Hancock
Technician - Meg Riley
Rita, Sue and Bob Too was first performed at The Royal Court Theatre, London on 14 October 1982.
Running Time: approx 2 hours 20 minutes with a 20 minute interval.
