Charlie Baker’s new play features the ups and downs of life on the wedding circuit. The intricacies of first song choices, menus and whether the bride’s niece can sing a number with the band are all presented to us from the point of view of those working backstage to make the evening the ‘best day in someone’s life’. As we discover, things aren’t so rosy and this provides a perfect backdrop for a play that lightly delves into the relationships between colleagues and friends.

The play doesn’t particularly challenge its audience, but the characters are likeable and entertaining. Spencer Jones provides a constant stream of laughter with his character’s preoccupation with food and his flirtatious attempts towards Sam Battersea, who plays the slightly frazzled wedding planner. The actors are confident and funny onstage, which is clear to all those squeezed together in the cosy Teviot Dining Hall.

In all, the play provides an easy-going hour of entertainment. Nothing offends or shocks, the audience isn’t crying with laughter, but neither are they left unamused. The show is rather like an afternoon tea – pleasant and polite with a sweet aftertaste, but not quite enough to fill your appetite.

Three Stars