Embrace the power of starting over when the world premiere stage adaptation of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel comes to Milton Keynes Theatre this month, writes Georgina Butler.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller that inspired the hit film, this play promises to whisk theatregoers off to India for a joyous, feel-good tale of new beginnings. It follows an eclectic group of seniors who decide to relocate to an exotic – and less expensive – retirement destination and are charmed in unexpected, life-changing ways.
Assorted struggling British retirees check in at the Marigold Hotel, ready to enjoy their golden years in luxurious surroundings. Unfortunately, the establishment is teetering on the edge of bankruptcy and proves to be far from the opulent resort they were expecting.
Comedy and optimism then prevail as characters take risks, find love and learn that you are never too old for a new adventure.
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Writer Deborah Moggach has adapted her 2004 novel These Foolish Things for the stage. The book was previously transformed into the award-nominated film The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, which became one of the highest-grossing films of 2012 in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
Much-loved stars of stage and screen will lead the cast of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Oscar-winning actress Hayley Mills (Pollyanna, The Parent Trap, Wild at Heart) is starring as Evelyn. Paul Nicholas (Jesus Christ Superstar, EastEnders) is playing Douglas and Rula Lenska (Rock Follies, Coronation Street) is playing Madge.
For theatregoers who have read the book or seen the film, this production will be an opportunity to reunite with old friends in a new location. For those who haven’t, it will reveal how making a reservation at the Marigold Hotel brings about a new lease of life!
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel is at Milton Keynes Theatre from Tuesday 24 to Saturday 28 January.
Georgina Butler is an editor, a dance writer and a ballet teacher. Click here and follow her on Twitter @GeorginaLButler and Instagram @glbdancewriter
