Loc’ally Theatr, in their first production, provide a serviceable rendition of a play that occupies a special place within my heart. As with lots of companies’ first productions, this one appears to have been unable to avoid the pitfalls of over-direction. The actors all provide enjoyable performances, with particular credit going to Gwydion Rozitisolds for their versatility. However, my main qualm with this play lies within the direction, which has resulted in over-stylisation at the cost of emotion. Every movement is calculated, even when raw emotion must overtake. While a valiant first effort from a budding company, who clearly know how to pick great plays to produce, I wish they had placed more confidence in the quality of their actors and allowed the raw emotion that simmers under this script to escape a bit more. That being said, the quality of set was remarkable for a first production, with a homely aesthetic being instantly recognisable upon entry to the theatre, with cozy yellow lights illuminating the stage and audience.