Actor and Historian, Jeff Rozelaar, returns to the Norman Bragg studio following his successful performance as Benjamin Disraeli in November 2022.
In the third person, Jeff now delivers a portrayal of arguably “The Greatest Briton” , Winston Churchill, in a matinee performance.
“We are all worms, but I am a glow worm!” Winston Churchill.
Act One
A sprig of the aristocracy”: Born to an American heiress and a descendent of the Duke of Marlborough, Winston’s early life is portrayed from school to the start of his military career. His adventurous spirit relished action on behalf of the British Empire. His early journalistic and political ventures are depicted, as is his contribution to the foundations of the Welfare State. This controversial figure is then mentioned in the context of Gallipoli 1915 and the General Strike 1926.
Act Two
The second part starts with Winston in the political wilderness in the early 1930’s and goes on to cover his eventual inclusion in the government, when he was proved right about the Fuhrer. It depicts his legendary leadership of our country from “The Fall of France” and the prospect of invasion, to final victory. It references the hurtful rejection by his own people in 1945, but finishes with the most outstanding of his treasured humorous quotations.
The production is enlivened by a visually engaging back projection, evocative music and live dramatic episodes.
Winston Churchill – History and Humour has enjoyed huge popularity on land and on innumerable cruise ships across the World.
Churchill – History and Humour
Performance(s): Mon 17 Mar 2025
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
Exchange Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UG
Variety