Turnaround Theatre presents

Watching the Magpies

By Les Clarke

Running time: One hour approximately

Robbie and Dolly are brother and sister who have shared a home for years but now face an uncertain future. Dolly looks after Robbie, who suffers from dementia and other health issues. Against their will, their home has been sold for redevelopment, and while the council is supposed to rehouse them, they’re still waiting. When Mr. Deacon from the council arrives, it’s revealed that although a place is available for Robbie, no home can accommodate both of them. Dolly, determined to keep her promise to Robbie to never leave him, faces aheartbreaking decision