The New Quorndon Shakespeare Company present a new musical comedy, written by Sharon Scott with music and lyrics by Phil Law and Nigel Scott, Abby Vera and Sue.
The action takes place in and around a mother a toddler group, full of the disparate and desperate. It tackles serious issues, but at heart it is a warm, entertaining tale of a group of women finding their own voice(s) in a number of ways. A mix of women are represented here there's Abby of the title, hypochondriac; Vera, Abby's mother-in-law; Sue, an older mum; Tracey, a single mum; Holly, prefect mum who seems like she has it all; and Jennifer, a young mum who is pregnant again. They are joined by a cast of other excellent characters around the toddler's group watch out for the 'blooming' of the janitor, and for Tara, the new age empowerment therapist, who provide many of the laughs.
The original score is performed with real gusto. The musical numbers have also been nicely choreographed, although the cast sometimes struggle with the small stage. There is a mix of voices, some stronger than others. Women of a certain age will absolutely adore this show, with its mix of the comedy and serious issues about coping with being a woman at various stages of life. And everyone else will find it an entertaining and moving hour and a half.
