W ritebase 9/10: “This s pellbinding show is a reminder of how people struggle through hard times.” The show has already received glowing reviews, here’s what the Press are saying so far… Rob later went on to develop Twopence into a straight stage play which premiered in Liverpool in 2015, before touring England’s North West in 2016. Helen travelled from her home in Edmonton, Canada, to see her story brought to life on stage. Through their meeting of creative minds, Rob adapted Helen’s book into a stage musical in 1994 which was premiered at the Liverpool Empire Theatre.

The popular stage adaptation of Twopence To Cross The Mersey has been updated by writer Rob Fennah, who enjoyed a long friendship with Helen Forrester. Helen’s literary achievements were further celebrated in 2020 when an iconic Blue Plaque was unveiled at the late author’s family home in Hoylake on the Wirral, a place which featured heavily in her work. Millions of people worldwide are familiar with Helen Forrester’s life story which is told through her best-selling volumes of autobiography, Twopence To Cross The Mersey, Liverpool Miss, By The Waters Of Liverpool, and Lime Street At Two. It’s a very special experience for everyone involved – we’re all custodians of her incredibly honest writing that everyone can relate to, especially given today’s difficult economic climate.” Her story is one which needs to be told to young and old alike. Helen was inspiring, with so much strength, resilience and determination, a pioneer of her time. “Helen has fans worldwide, and this way we can take Helen’s story a little closer to them. And we have been delighted with the audience and Press reactions to the show so far, we have a wonderful cast to tell Helen’s fascinating story. Playwright and producer Rob Fennah explained: “We’re overjoyed that we’re opened the UK premiere tour of Twopence To Cross The Mersey, it’s been well worth the wait.

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