The Reluctant Debutante

The Nelson Repertory Society's next production, The Reluctant Debutante, opens for a seven-night season on April 15. The famous comedy, written by William Douglas Home, is being produced by Jack Holmes and directed by Carol Peters. Centred around two debs, and their ambitious mothers, the play should be as successful as previous productions – just look at the line-up of actors . . . Barbara Campbell, George Cameron, Kay Jones.to name just three. And backed by the efficient production staff, the play should be a winner. The photographs were taken during an early rehearsal.

Alistair Paterson (Hoylake Johnston) and Kay Jones (Jane Broadbent) in a moment of affection. Kay plays the reluctant deb.

And not being very nice to each other are Wayne Reeves, who plays David Bulloch, and Nanette Haack (Clarissa)

Parents of the reluctant debutante are played by George Cameron (Jimmy Broadbent) and Barbara Campbell (Sheila Broadbent)

Top social climber in the play is Lady Mabel Crosswaite, played by Judith Alexander

Discussing a technical problem are Ron Clements from Harleys, who is arranging the stage furnishings, Carol Peters (director), and Maryanne Brown (assistant to producer and director)

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No 137 : April 8, 1972

The Reluctant Debutante