Jean Steps Out: The Memoirs of a Yorkshire Actress in Rep 1946 - 1959

A lost world of post-war repertory theatre, in the words of an actress who was there.Published here for the first time, Jean Kitson's memoir takes readers behind the scenes of the post-war provincial stage - from frantic rehearsals and opening nights to life on tour, lasting friendships and the sheer excitement of performing in Rep.Along the way, from Leeds and Bradford to Swansea and Chester: the local favourites who became national stars, the larger-than-life characters and the frequent mishaps.Written with warmth, humour and affection, Jean Steps Out helps preserve an important chapter in Yorkshire and British theatre history.INCLUDES BONUS AUDIO: Readers can scan a QR code in this book for free access to two rare original recordings of scenes from Court Players productions, recorded in Leeds in 1948-1949 and digitally restored.