With Remembrance
Day this Sunday, The Stocksfield Players will be marking the occasion with a
poignant play about the First World War. Written by Stocksfield resident and
writer Rachel Cochrane, the play is set in the fictional village of Stockswell
whose residents are brought together when the plaque in their village is
stolen- an event which actually happened in Stocksfield a decade ago and which
inspired Rachel to write the play. The play tells the story of two mothers
living 100 years apart, with the Edwardian family dealing with their son being
drafted into the war. The story is particularly moving as some of the names in
the play are real names from Stocksfield’s memorial.
The Stocksfield
Players have been rehearsing for months, and I am delighted that the play will
be performed tonight and tomorrow as a wonderful way to honour the bravery and
sacrifice of so many not only during World War One but in every armed conflict.
The play will be
on at Stocksfield Community Centre tonight and Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are
available from the SICA Office on 01661 842346.
