Along with my Andy Capp co-writer Lawrence Goldsmith, we both feel close to the rogue that is Andy. That night, we felt even closer as we could feel his breath and see every twinkle in his eye while he cavorted just feet away from us in this tiny but cosy theatre. It was an experience we’ll treasure for a long while yet.

Utterly charming, even if its title character isn't much of a charmer himself.

Kudos to the cast and creatives of this production of Andy Capp The Musical, who haven’t cut down on the number of actors playing all the parts required for an undiluted, full-bodied complete non-adaptation of this Eighties musical.