Mum – Soho Theatre
“I’ve just read the synopsis of the play we’re seeing. Bloody hell mate.”
“I told you it sounded harrowing. Do you want to give it a miss and we can catch up later?”
“No, I’ve picked an outfit now. I’m committed.”
Thus was the exchange I had with the friend who agreed to accompany me to Mum, 20 minutes before we were due to meet. We reflected afterwards how glad we were that we’d seen it together and Mum was made all the poignant for me having experienced it with another strong woman that I’m lucky enough to be able to share my secrets and fears with.
Mum moves quickly – we meet Nina (Sophie Melville – who I will say up front is exquisite), a new mum who is preparing for her first night off in three months with her friend, Jackie, while her mother-in-law, Pearl, prepares to rel...