Being Friends
Robert Holman
Robert Holman
Content warning [May contain spoilers]
"I shall tell her I met a beautiful young man lying in the grass."
It is 1944. Two young men meet in a Kentish field as doodlebugs whizz overhead. One is a farmer, the other an artist, but an intense bond forms between them.
First performed at the Bush Theatre in 1986, Robert Holman's acclaimed play, which forms part of the Making Noise Quietly collection, is a deeply gentle and delicate two-hander.
"Holman's instinct for truth, and an unaffected ability to spot what's poignant in it, is what one remembers: that, and a paradoxical impression of spare richness, astringent abundance." (The Times)
This production is suitable for ages 12 and over.
This is an amateur production presented by arrangement with Nick Hern Books.
war, Brief discussion of pederasty; Brief discussion of torture; Discussion of war
The Corpus Playroom is owned by Corpus Christi College, and managed by the University of Cambridge through the ADC Theatre. The College drama society, the Fletcher Players, are the resident company.
The L-shaped studio is Cambridge's primary fringe space, showcasing a variety of productions, with an emphasis on new writing. Seasons are programmed simultaneously with the ADC Theatre.
Access
Please note: This venue is not wheelchair accessible. More information can be viewed here.
Complimentary tickets are available for full-time carers.
The Corpus Playroom is fitted with an infra-red audio system designed to help deaf and hard of hearing patrons. If you are using the system for the first time, please arrive early and seek advice from our Front of House team.
Assistance dogs are welcome in both of our venues. Please call the Box Office or email the above address when booking to ensure you are seated appropriately.
The Corpus Playroom has gender-neutral toilets.