A MODERN day aficionado of musical theatre plays the record of his favourite, fictional, 1928 musical comedy The Drowsy Chaperone.

Immediately his apartment is transformed as it comes to life and in sharing the musical with us, we learn as much about him as about the musical itself.

A wonderfully accurate and affectionate parody of the 1920s musical comedy style, The Drowsy Chaperone is filled with colourful characters and some delightful musical numbers.

Staged with flair and a lightness of touch, the directors have created a witty and hugely entertaining show.

The musical direction was immaculate as always and there were nicely executed dance routines.

The hugely talented cast gave it their all and while it would be unfair to single out anyone, special bows to Danny McNamee as the narrator and to Anna-Maria Pinnell as a very droll Drowsy – or tipsy – Chaperone.