As we all know, the Isle of Wight is rich with creative talent and age is no barrier.
Seventeen year old William Perkins has been busy over the last few months writing and directing his latest play, Development Hell.
The play focuses on two friends: Michelle, a rich, successful musical writer and Tim, a middle-aged, unsatisfied, barista.
However, hope for Tim comes in the form of his own script which he wants Michelle to read. Soon Michelle realises its potential, wanting the script for herself.
They proceed to engage in an emotional battle, using their sinful and immoral pasts to gain ownership of the script, leaving little remnants of their once functional friendship.
The cast features the well-known Isle of Wight actors, Helen and Steve Reading. It’s written and directed by William Perkins, and produced by fellow student, Jess Norton.
Where and when
You can see a preview of the play at Ventnor Arts Club on Saturday 16th January.
Tickets are priced at £6 for non-members, and for £4 members.
The play then moves to the Minghella Theatre, Quay Arts Centre in Newport on 5th and 6th February.
Tickets are priced at £7 for adults and £5 students (18 and under). Call 822490 or book online.
The playwright
William Perkins has seen his plays performed all over the country, from Oxford, to Doncaster and the Isle of Wight. Will has been writing for five years, last year becoming a National Youth Theatre member.
His infamous alter-ego; Chris Smart, was seen at the Isle of Wight Literary Festival, annoying the likes of Simon Callow and Sheila Hancock.
The Jack Frost Appeal
The play is being performed in aid of the Jack Frost Appeal.
The charity raises funds to provide the poorest and most vulnerable households with the ability to heat at least one room throughout the winter months.
