‘The Distance’ by Deborah Bruce

Burgess Hill Theatre Club presents THE DISTANCE by Deborah Bruce

‘The Distance’ by Deborah Bruce

Burgess Hill Theatre Club ‘The Distance’ by Deborah Bruce Set in Brighton, a painfully funny and moving play about motherhood, fatherhood, friendship, control and letting go. Entered into the Brighton and Hove Arts Council Awards 2026. Burgess Hill Theatre, Church Walk, Burgess Hill RH15 3AS Wednesday 21–Saturday 24 October 7.30pm Matinee Saturday 24 October 2.00pm Tickets £15 from ticketsource.co

The Distance

When Bea arrives unexpectedly at her best friend's home in Brighton after five years in Australia, she comes alone. She has left behind her life, her husband, and her children, a decision her friends struggle to support or even understand. As questions mount - why did she leave? Why didn't she bring the children with her? Why won't she go back for them? - the lives of those around her begin to u

The Distance · ​THE DISTANCE by Deborah Bruce, Directed by Philip Hawkins When Bea arrives unexpectedly at her best friend's...