“Jackie is a wonderful comedic performer,” Tamsin says.
Alex recounts the events of a night at a house party - a story that involves “lots of scrapes, drama and romance”, teases writer Tamsin Rees.Īlex is played by Jackie Edwards. A new play coming to Newcastle, Hartlepool and Hexham has given viewers “goosebumps” with its nostalgic trip down memory lane as it depicts the unique experience of growing up in the North East.ĭescribed by preview audiences as a 'relatable' and 'tender' coming of age story, My Mate Ren follows the character of sixth-former Alex as she goes through 'teenage hell', telling tales of first kisses, sex, 'tinnies' and Cherry Sourz.
