UNIQUE PLAY AT HERRIOT CENTRE

A unique new play might have performed to one if its smallest audiences last night – but the venue was packed to capacity.For the tiny foldyard at The World of James Herriot in Thirsk was transformed into a theatre as 41 people packed in to watch a special presentation of a play which recounts the life of Alf Wight as a young vet.The Badapple Theatre Company’s rendition of ‘An Honorary Yorkshireman’ premiered in village halls across Yorkshire earlier this year – but it is the first time it has come to Thirsk and to Alf’s former home and workplace.It was the second stop on a 12 venue tour for Kate Bramley’s new play which focuses on the early years of the Herriot career as a vet in rural North Yorkshire.   Northumberland born theatre and TV actor, Phil Yarrow ( pictured at the herriot centre), plays the young Alf.  “This was a very exciting stop in the tour,” said Kate.   “We had a sell out audience with the evening heightened by the surroundings.   It was a very special event for us and we were delighted with the audience response.”  


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