Nigel Slater's TOAST by Henry Fillous-Bennett

Take a trip down memory lane! See the 1960’s and 70’s through the eyes, ears and mouth of a young Nigel Slater (cook, food writer, journalist, broadcaster). This coming-of-age play is based on the award-winning memoir; Toast: The Story of a Boy's Hunger, and like the book, it is delightful, bittersweet, funny and will leave you wanting more.

In his personal, intimate and sensory style, Nigel shares his culinary experiences growing up age 9 to 16, including his love of toast, cooking with his mother, mince pies, his first time eating spaghetti bolognaise, making the perfect Victoria sandwich, dad’s Walnut Whip way, yucky eggs and gorgeous raspberries. Nigel faces cultural barriers at home and away. We see him have to deal with grief at an early age, explore his sexuality, overcome prejudice and focus on what makes him happy. An excellent recipe for life!

This amateur production of NIGEL SLATER’S TOAST is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French, Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk