![]() ![]() Willy was joined by Julie Walters on todays Woman's Hour and spoke about EDUCATING RITA, how she 'walked onto the page', and its legacy. The funny and moving story of a 26 year-old Liverpudlian hairdresser studying for an Open University degree has barely been off stage since. This summer marks 40 years since Willy Russell’s landmark play Educating Rita was first performed. WOMAN'S HOUR PAYS TRIBUTE TO EDUCATING RITA Willy Russell urges new writers to stand up. ![]() Over 45,000 people voted for their favourites in 26 categories.Ĭaroline Aherne, at the time an unknown drama student, put pen to paper and wrote to Willy Russell. What’s On Stage Awards is the only prize-giving event for the theatre industry voted for purely by the ticket-buying public. In February 2011, Meera Syal won the Best Solo Performance for her portrayal of SHIRLEY VALENTINEin the WILLY RUSSELL SEASON. the comic timing of all the cast members is superb."Īnd thought provoking, you wouldn’t expect Click the image above to view Willy's Artwork Gallery ![]()
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