the character with a sweet American accent. Her performance was natural and believable, showcasing excellent reactive acting skills. Hutchinson conveyed Myra’s vulnerability, especially in the chilling moment when Sidney kills Clifford in front of her, and later as she witnesses the chaotic aftermath. The murder scene, in which Sidney kills Clifford and buries his body in a vegetable patch, was executed with precision and control. Hutchinson’s frantic pacing around the study, her trembling hands reaching for whisky, and her palpable panic added a layer of emotional depth to the performance. The tension mounted as Clifford, bloodied and mudstreaked, reappeared in the study, leading to a dramatic confrontation that ultimately results in Myra suffering a heart attack on the sofa. It’s revealed that Sidney had orchestrated the entire scenario - planning the murder of his wife to trigger her heart attack, with the promise of a job for Clifford in exchange for his silence. Linda McAlinden, making her debut performance as the eccentric neighbour Helga, was a standout. As a free-spirited hippie who claims to have the ability to foresee the future, Helga adds an element of humour and quirkiness to the production. McAlinden’s European accent was spot-on, and her comedic timing had the audience both laughing with and at her. It was a pleasure to see McAlinden, usually behind the scenes
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