Come to the theatre prepared for some memorable one liners and a regular stream of recognisable comic observations, destined to have you chuckling as frumpy, dumpy Susan Shaw (Judy Kitching) transforms into the bright and strong birthday girl before your eyes, thanks to a very funny scene devoted to aerobic exercising and friendly advice offered by, amongst others, confidante and personal trainer Linda.
It's absolutely fantastic because, unlike real life, the exercising and advice pay dividends and, at her 57th birthday party, Susan is wooed by not one but three would-be lovers: the toy boy Thomas, the old flame Henry and her errant husband (played by Bruce Bourquin).
Judy Kitching is a marvel, a delight to watch, on stage throughout in the role of meek and mild Susan, whose tedious life of never ending charity work, committee meetings and being put-upon in a drab 39 year marriage is turned upside down.
(Don't miss the discreet and hilarious moves around the corsetry that is part of the transformation!)
Yvonne Mapletoft (Linda Bridges) gives an energetic and engaging performance as the driving force behind the transformation and there is a highly comical moment when the pair of them reminisce about earlier romantic' opportunities' and the oh so many shortcomings of the male of the species.
David Mapletoft (as Linda's husband Peter) is convincingly casual and insensitive throughout with his acidic, masculine comments, in direct contrast to Keith Bullock's well played caring and gentle Henry.
Mark Gould (Thomas) supports well throughout, providing some interesting statistical surprises.
The show runs this week, until Saturday, April 12, curtain up at 7.30pm.
Tickets are available from the box office (open Monday to Saturday 10am-1pm) on 01507 600350.