The Swish of the Curtain

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The classic story of seven children with a longing to be on stage: the inspiration for actors from Maggie Smith to Eileen Atkins'An enchanting book. A must for any child who wants to become an actor' —Eileen Atkins'And now,' said Nigel, 'the big event. The play, which has got to be exciting.''And serious,' added Vicky.'And colourful,' put in Sandra.'And emotional,' said Lyn.'But not sloppy,' urged Bulldog.What starts as a game during the holidays soon transforms the four girls – Lyn, Sandra, Vicky and Maddy – and three boys – Bulldog, Nigel and Jeremy – into the Blue Door Theatre Company, producing everything from scripts and sets to music and costumes. They are also learning that the show must go on, even in the face of their arch-enemy, Mrs Potter-Smith, a disapproving local institution.But what a show it will be for them all...Pamela Brown (1924–1989) was...