This February, Eastbourne Theatres are pleased to welcome another World Stage Premiere to the Devonshire Park Theatre, as Middle Ground Theatre Company present an adaptation of the powerful best-selling courtroom thriller, that inspired a multi Academy Award-Nominated film, The Verdict by Barry Reed.
Clive Mantle and Jack Shepherd lead this full cast of familiar television faces to explore – What price the truth?
Frank Galvin is a washed up veteran lawyer and an alcoholic. He is presented with one last chance to redeem himself when he is given an open-and-shut medical malpractice case that no one thinks he can win. Up against the unforgiving medical establishment and the all-powerful Catholic Church, he courageously refuses an out of court settlement, believing it is negligence that has condemned a young mother. Smelling a cover up, he instead takes the case and the entire legal system to court.
Clive Mantle has been a household favourite for over three decades, with regular roles in hit television series Robin Of Sherwood, The Vicar Of Dibley, Mount Pleasant, White Van Man, Game of Thrones and, of course, Dr Mike Barratt in both Casualty and Holby City.
Jack Shepherd is a most celebrated actor with a distinguished career in theatre, television and film spanning over fifty years. His awards include a Laurence Olivier Theatre Award, a Plays and Players London Critics’ Award, and a Time Out Award. He is probably best known for his portrayal of Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe in the hugely popular television series Wycliffe.
The Verdict is on stage at the Devonshire Park Theatre from 14th – 18th February with evening performances at 7.45pm and Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm. Call the box office on 01323 412000 or book online www.eastbournetheatres.co.uk. Tickets are priced from £15.50 to £21.50, with Under 16’s prices, an Under 25’s rate, group discounts and other concessions available.