This latest effort from one of Liverpool’s premier theatres features a truly fantastic ensemble cast. Real-life Scouse power couple Francis and Starke manage to have undeniable chemistry, even when they’re not communicating! Starke plays the relatable husband who acts the loveable fool with ease, might I add, whilst surprisingly peeling back the layers (when absolutely necessary) to deliver a highly emotive performance. Francis’ Molly is also in limbo. Should she continue grieving or branch out and continue with her life? The predicament is played so clearly; and for anyone who has been through a loss, you want to give her a huge hug and put the kettle on.

Helen Carter sublimely takes on Charlie’s ‘Auntie Peggy’; a woman with huge talent and ego to match who tragically lost her life at a young age, she guides Charlie through his time in limbo. As heartbreaking as that sounds, Carter grips every line with palpable charisma and has the audience laughing out loud with her dry wit. Her stunning voice is used effectively as an aid for scene transitions and sets the tone beautifully with a soundtrack from Doris Day, Dionne Warwick and beyond.