The world through the eyes of the wife

'The World's Wife' is a new stage version of the acclaimed poems that imagine the wives' perspective of famous men through the ages.

Following an incredibly successful premiere at the Edinburgh fringe 2009 and West End run, Linda Marlowe's latest show playing to Lisburn audiences.

From Mrs Faust and Frau Freud to Queen Kong and Mrs Midas, this delightful show slices through history and myth, whilst also casting an astute glance over the modern world.

Laced with dark humour and acerbic wit, this passionate expos will enthral lovers of Duffy's poems and newcomers alike.

Linda Marlowe has enjoyed great acclaim for her previous solo work including Berkoff's Women, which toured internationally and played West End seasons.

In this new show, her virtuoso performance of Duffy's brilliant and often controversial verse encompasses 18 of the 30 poems from the original collection.

Linda is well known for her work on both stage and screen, including The Avengers, The Queens Arms, The Fear, The Ruth Rendell Mysteries, The Green Man, Lovejoy, Love Hurts and Class Act.

For further information or to book tickets, priced 10/8, contact the Island Arts Centre Box Office on 9250 9254.

The Star has two pairs of tickets to give away for the show. To be in with a chance of winning answer this question: 'The World's Wife' is based on verses by which female Poet Laureate?' Send your answer, together with name, address and daytime telephone humber to The World's Wife, Ulster Star, 12A Bow Street, Lisburn, BT28 1BN.

Alternatively email your answer and contact details to [email protected].

The closing date for entries is Wednesday May 5.