Mrs Churchill – My Life with Winston

Winston Churchill is arguably one of the most famous Englishmen that has ever lived. His inspirational leadership helped win the Second World War, and his parliamentary career of 62 years ensured he was responsible for many momentous decisions.

They say that behind every great man, there is a great woman. Was this true in Churchill’s case? What of Clementine, his wife for 56 years? Did he bully her like he did so many other people? Was he as grumpy and irascible at home as he often was in the House of Commons? Given his strength and conviction, did Clem have any influence on him at all? Or was she ‘the little lady at home’?

All these questions will be answered, and many more, in Liz Grand’s superb, moving, sensitive and informative portrayal of Clementine Churchill. (Liz’s other current shows are The Second Best Bed and Where Is Mrs. Christie?.

Winston himself said, “my most brilliant achievement was my ability to be able to persuade my wife to marry me.”

PRESS QUOTES

“This single actress show makes huge demands on Liz Grand who occupies the stage for two full acts on her own: it is a huge ‘tour de force’, a tremendous amount to learn and deliver, and she holds and absorbs our attention brilliantly.”
Behind the Arras

“Winston Churchill… it’s all been covered, hasn’t it? Well, no, actually. Enter writer Kit Hunter who has more than filled that yawning chasm in our knowledge. And place his words in the mouth of acclaimed actor Liz Grand, add the bold directional skills of Chris Jaeger, and what you have is a stage play that can have no equal.”
Showtime

“The natural, sensitive and sympathetic way with which Liz Grand portrays ‘the little lady at home’ is impressive.”
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