Starring Anne Heche and Jared Harris, the hilarious Henceforward... is one of Alan Ayckbourn's most unusual works. In the not-so-distant future a composer is building a female robot to act as his fiancée, so that he can convince his ex-wife that their daughter should come live with him. Thus, he hopes to overcome his writers' block and redress the pain of his past.
A full-cast performance featuring: Jack Davenport, Jared Harris, Anne Heche, Paula Jane Newman, Moira Quirk and Darren Richardson.
July 1, 2011
Convinced that the only way to overcome his creative block is to regain custody of his daughter, Geain, composer Jerome tries to persuade his ex-wife and their social worker that his apartment, situated in a crime-ridden part of London, is a suitable place for Geain to live. When he enlists the help of a malfunctioning android, things begin to go seriously wrong. This enjoyable production of Tony Award-winning playwright Ayckbourn's (www.alanayckbourn.net) 1987 play features a fantastic cast that includes actors Jack Davenport and Anne Heche, whose deft and animated performances make it easy for listeners to visualize the action. A bonus interview with the playwright provides valuable insight. Recommended for those who enjoy sf, audio plays, comedy, and family dramas.--Lance Eaton, Peabody, MA
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