Actonians Drama Group

Synopsis

The second play in Ayckbourn's "Confusions" series.

Harry is in a hotel bar and tries to flirt with perfume saleswoman Paula. Harry's obvious and strong advances scare Paula somewhat, however Paula makes the most of the free drinks Harry is providing until friend Bernice approaches and tries to get her to leave. Harry gives Paula his room key in obvious hope and persists to flirt and also trying his luck with Bernice. Eventually the women become quite adamant that they must leave so Harry goes to get them a taxi, whilst he is gone the two women escape leaving the key with a waiter.

Synopsis

Drinking Companions

Choice of Starters

• Soup of the Day
• Melon

Main Course

• Chicken Chasseur with a choice of vegetables
• Vegetarian Alternative on request

Between Mouthfuls

Selection of Desserts

Coffee

Synopsis

The third play in Ayckbourn's "Confusions" series.

In the same hotel as the people in Drinking Companions two couples at adjoining restaurant tables realise an unwelcome common bond, assisted by an interactive waiter. Mrs Pearce wonders who Mr Pearce is sleeping with. Polly's not been frank to Martin (who really doesn't care at all about Polly's affair). The waiter is extremely well spoken. There's clever direction of the alternation between the two sets of conversations. A twist to the plot-line spices the ending.