New play to be shown at Chorley Little Theatre

For The Love of the Game is a new play by local playwright Terry Wynn about a sporting apartheid that existed in rugby, and how it affects players, supporters, and their families.

Based on a true story, Jack Vardy stars as Jason who plays rugby union while at university.

Upon returning home to Wigan he finds himself barred from the League game thanks to antiquated rules.

Soon his biggest battle is in the corridors of power as he takes on the bosses and tries to force change.

At the same time, the play features a small group of determined church-goers campaigning to save their building.

The two battles for the future of a community come together in this uplifting, witty and heartfelt drama.

Set in the 1980s and 1990s, the play features cameos from real-life politicians Gerald Kaufman and Roger Stott, who is played here by his son Joe Mills.

Director Steve Unsworth says “Although the theme appears to be heavily rugby based, it isn’t really. It’s a play about community, social injustice, belief and values – it’s very human.”

An ensemble cast also features Steven Catterall as the church caretaker with strong ideas about Wigan rugby, Lucy Holden and Shaz Holstead as Doreen and Vera, two strong Northern women fighting to save their church.

The play runs from Monday, October 15, to Saturday, October 20, starting at 7.30pm each evening.

Tickets are available from Malcolm’s Musicland on 01257 264362 or www.chorley theatre.com.