When a modern American family moves into a historical English manor house, they soon learn that a previous owner, a 16th century ghost, has no intentions of moving out; thus beginning a battle of wits between mortal and spiritual worlds.

It is a premise that fans of the BBC comedy Ghosts may find familiar – but the brilliant Oscar Wilde first told a similar tale in this classic 1881 short story which became a generational family favourite.

Western College Players are proud to bring a brand new version of this rarely performed classic to the Plymouth stage- retaining all of the renowned wit but adding a touch of modern satire and an Addams Family-esque sense of the macabre.

This spooktacular family comedy is sure to delight Wilde’s legions of fans – and, for those less familiar with his great works, provide a highly accessible introduction to a literary genius.

Western College Players Theatre Company

Western College Players Theatre Company are Plymouth’s longest serving amateur dramatics company. The groups ongoing mission is to offer a forum which inspires all ages to participate in theatrical productions for wide audiences, with a philosophy of ‘learning through doing’ and provides opportunities for all members of the community to take part both front and back stage.

Please note that this is an Amateur Community Production.