Vampire story with a difference

‘A Vampire Story’ is a mysterious, dark play which centres on two young women - Eleanor and Claire - who arrive in a nameless small town.

Their names are not their own and they don’t declare their ages. Are they sisters as their assumed identities declare? Or are they mother and daughter? Are these troubled young women on the run or are they vampires?

‘Twilight’ and ‘New Moon’ fans won’t be disappointed with this shadowy story, by award-winning writer Moira Buffini and directed by Anna Newell. Both are working with students on the actor training programme with the Lyric Theatre. The 23 local young people, aged between 18 and 24, get a chance to showcase their talent and a step on the career ladder in the acting profession.

Produced by the Lyric Theatre Drama Studio, A Vampire Story is on Thursday, January 14 at 1.30pm and 7.30pm and Friday, January 15 at 7.30pm at the Elmwood Hall. Ticket prices are 5 (matinee 3). To book, phone the Lyric Box Office on 9038 5673, or book online at www.lyrictheatre.co.uk