Name: Twinkle
Start: 2025-11-28T18:30:00+00:00
Location: Porter's Cardiff

November 2002. In a dilapidated theatre dressing room in a town that's seen better days, veteran pantomime dame Harold Thropp prepares to unleash the Widow for a very special event, which promises to be electrifying… As he prepares, the story of Harold’s life and career- with all its highs and lows- comes out as he contemplates his future. This darkly comic, often poignant, monologue touches on the art of performance, queer history, the impact of reality TV, and what it means to be “famous”. If you like your festive entertainment somewhat darker, Twinkle is a great alternative Christmas night out.
After a successful run at Llanover Hall last Christmas, Watchers Productions are delighted to be reviving Twinkle, with Terrance Marshman-Edwards reprising the role of Harold.
Previous audience feedback:
“It's Inside No. 9, the more moving episodes of Black Mirror... with a healthy dose of wicked black comedy.”
"Fab piece of theatre!"
"A brilliant show... Honestly folks, don't miss this!"
"A delightful and moving performance"
"Brilliant performance, perfectly done."
"Twinkle was one of the best things I've ever seen on stage."
“We were gripped throughout- amazing!”
“A beautifully acted piece of theatre that was funny, yet dark in some places, evoking laughter and tears all within 80 minutes”
But don’t just take their word for it. Come and see for yourselves. You'll be enthralled from start to finish. You'll almost certainly laugh. You might even cry. But you won't forget it. Long live the Widow!
Please note, the show’s runtime is approximately 80 minutes and will be performed without an interval.
Content warning: Please be aware that Twinkle contains strong, very strong, and homophobic language, as well as descriptions of violence, sexual acts, the death of a loved one, and brief references to suicide. It is advised that the show is not suitable for under 18s.