natter by Joe Henry-Evans
Natter is an award-winning, one-act comedy set in 1980s Salford. The play follows the trials and tribulations of Helen and Linda, two "old women" who spend their time grappling with useless husbands, a homosexual son, and most importantly, what's on telly!
(* Helen and Linda may, or may not, be played by two gay men in dresses!) ​​
Developed through Qweerdog's new writing project, Qweer Shorts, Natter is written by, and stars, award-winning artist, Joe Henry-Evans (Cock Thearapy, Best Newcomer, GMFringe 2021) alongside John Thacker, and is directed by Qweerdog's artistic director, Stewart Campbell (Canal Street Lonely Hearts Club, Hope Mill Theatre). Winning Best Comedy at Greater Manachester Fringe in 2024.
‘Neither Henry-Evans nor Thacker are convincing as women, but that is beside the point.’
British Theatre Guide
REVIEWS
'Impressively, Natter avoids sentimentality, and... manages to combine a bittersweet atmosphere of resignation with a gloriously silly moment... it handles potentially traumatic subjects in a way which is inspiring and great fun to watch.'
'the power of this lovely piece is not what is said but what is gently implied and what is not said... the narrative so much more powerful and effective.'
As well as winning Best Comedy Play at Manchester Fringe 2024, natter was also shortlisted for the Canal St LGBTQ+ Award, Write for the Stage Award and the Audience Choice Award.
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Join us soon to find out if Helen is having it off with the vicar; just what do the Didsbury mafia have to do with Linda's gay son; and what exactly does Helen have against Cilla Black!
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COMING TO UK VENUES
SUMMER 2026
