Half a Sixpence of Arthur Kipps, earning rave reviews. This production celebrates the 50th anniversary of the feature film of the same name and nearly 55 years since the original West End production in 1963. A production created by Guildhall & Three Spires was shown at the Albany Theatre in Coventry from 13-16th June 2018, with matinees on the 16th. The production celebrates the 51st anniversary of the feature films of the same name and pretty much 55 years since the original West End production. Special notes for this production include; This is the only known production to feature a proscenium arch in
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