Over two nights, audiences at the sold-out Auden Theatre enjoyed The Last Five Years, Jason Robert Brown’s innovative two-person musical. The production featured two casts, with Rory and Jemima performing on the first night and Milan and Naomi taking on the roles of Jamie and Cathy on the second.

The musical tells the story of a five-year relationship between a novelist and an actress, using an unusual structure where Jamie’s story is told chronologically, while Cathy’s moves in reverse. Their timelines cross only once, at their wedding, creating a reflective and thought-provoking narrative.

Accompanying the cast was an all-pupil band who tackled Brown’s intricate score with confidence, providing a strong musical foundation for the production. Their performance, along with the split staging and digital back drop, brought out the emotional depth of the piece.

The production was a great showcase of the talent and dedication of the pupils involved, both on stage and behind the scenes. The Last Five Years was a rewarding experience for all who took part and a well-received event in the school’s performing arts calendar.