Trials of Colonel Barker (The)

The Trials of Colonel Barker
(Rehearsed Reading at Purple Playhouse)
Writer/Producer: Rose Collis
Director: Thomas Everchild
Performers: Rose Collis, Keith Drinkel, Philippa Hammond, Guy Wah
Supported by The Arts Council

FULL REVIEW

A highly enjoyable script-in-hand performance skilfully brought to life this amazing true story. The play twisted and turned with pace, humour and pathos and I loved the framing device of the sideshow where Barker and ‘wife’ exploited their notoriety. I was impressed too by the objectivity and complexity in Colonel Barker’s portrayal, letting us decide for ourselves if she was a con-woman or victim of gender/sexual discrimination.

Sussex Playwrights Reviews
Judy Upton