Matthew and Denise all set for world premiere of new play

A NEW play by awardwinning Jim Cartwright (Little Voice, Road), starring Matthew Kelly and Denise Welch premiers at Hope Mill Theatre.

The Gap tells the story of the audacious adventures of Walter and Corral – he’s back up north, she’s still down south.

They haven’t seen each other for 50 years, not since their Soho days, back in the swinging ‘60s when a chance phone call reunites them for one magical night and in next to no time, they’re back to their old tricks.

Matthew Kelly following his successful Westend run of Noises Off, and Denise Welch, making her return to the stage after many years come together as Walter and Corral for this strictly limited, intimate run.

Matthew said: “I’m coming home, and I can’t think of a better excuse to return than with actress Denise Welch and playwright Jim Cartwright.”

“Denise and I are to star in the world premiere of Jim’s brandnew play, The Gap, at Manchester’s premier theatre, Hope Mill.

“It’s a funny, moving, exquisitely crafted play which will show off the superb talents of Denise Welch and I shall be showing off beside her all the way.

“Anthony Banks will direct. It’s a top team embarking on a top project at a top venue. I couldn’t be more thrilled and excited. I’d love it if you could come and share it.” Denise adds: “I am so excited to be returning to my first love, theatre, working alongside the fantastic team at Hope Mill Theatre. To play opposite Matthew Kelly in a new Jim Cartwright play is a dream come true. I hope you’ll all come and see what I hope will be a great production.” ●●THE Gap, 9 February 2024 - 9 March 2024 Visit: https://hopemill theatre.co.uk/event/ the-gap/. Hope Mill Theatre, 113 Pollard Street, Manchester, M4 7JA. A 2-minute walk from New Islington Metrolink Station. Just one stop from Manchester Piccadilly.