The Anniversary (by Bill MacIlwraith)

The Anniversary is a black comedy written by British dramatist and screenwriter Bill MacIlwraith (1928- ). The action is set during the annual celebration held to remember Mum and Dad’s wedding day.

It was first staged in 1966 and made into a film starring Bette Davis as Mum, in 1968.

Performance history in South Africa
1966: Staged by  Frank Shelley at the Alexander Theatre, starring Erica Rogers and Ian Hamilton.

1971: Directed by Elliot Playfair in co-operation with CAPAB in Uitenhage.

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