Eden Court

Inverness

30th March

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A nostalgic and patriotic walk down memory lane, through classic songs from a lost era; such as ‘Vera Lynn’s – ‘We’ll meet again’ (sung beautifully by Lucia Mattise) and George Formby’s ‘Leaning on a lamppost’. Targeted to the older generation, the interim between songs is filled with nonsensical quips, limericks and joviality, lighthearted fun… albeit at points somewhat predictable.

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Andy Eastwood was the most notable performer of the show with his combined multi-instrumental and vocal renditions. There was audience appreciation and participation, but the show played out rather like a dated Variety Act. I also found the set rather lacking atmosphere, with nothing reminiscent of 1940’s wartime Britain, only a draped Union Jack backdrop to set the scene. Saying that, if you like your fare traditional, We’ll meet again is a highly enjoyable afternoon show to take an older relative to.

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Reviewer : Andrew McNally