'Twinkle', a one-man revenger's comedy, is set to come to the Talisman Theatre's stage this Sunday (May 22).

Staring Phil Reynolds, the show follows the journey of Harold Thropp, as a doyen of the pantomime dame.

As he prepares once again to revive his favourite character, Widow Twankey, he's decided to make the ultimate stand against his nemesis, a smug reality television star called Jez Buckham. 

As Harold starts to become the Widow his tragic secrets unfold and the audience discovers startling truths behind the dark act he's preparing to commit.

Local actor Phil Reynolds takes the role of Harold under the direction of Stephen Duckham.

The one-man show sees Harold prepare for his role as Widow Twanky

Stephen said: "In this one-act monologue we meet Harold Thropp, a long-time and now faded star of the role of Pantomime Dame. 

"It's a tour de force for any actor to be alone on the stage, so I'm thrilled to have Phil Reynolds creating the part of Harold.

"Phil and I have worked together many times, and being given the chance to bring a very different kind of entertainment to the Talisman stage has been a great experience."

Written by Philip Meeks, 'Twinkle' is both a comedy and a poignant play.  

Harold's annoyance at the way his beloved panto has become trivialised and the loss of his life partner, Eric, causes him to re-think both his future, and that of Jez Buckham, the celebrity star of this year's, 'dumbed down' panto.

For audiences who can't make Sunday 22 May, there will be a further performance on Sunday 26 June at the Talisman Theatre, Kenilworth.

Visit the Talisman website for more information: www.talismantheatre.co.uk and to book tickets. Or telephone 01926 856548.