Like many of the classic 20th Century novels, Of Mice And Men is all too often cast aside after school.

This means a generation forget both that John Steinbeck is one of the greatest authors America has ever produced and that Of Mice and Men is a wonderful story.

In fact, it is a story so gripping it kept the Eastbourne audience in awe.

Every member couldn't help but be filled with the sense that they were watching a truly amazing piece of drama.

Speaking in the interval, one thing remained consistent, the sheer quality of the production.

George Cositgan captures the audience and performs almost flawlessly and has extraordinary onstage chemistry with Matthew Kelly.

Kelly has been a troubled star of late but now shines brighter than ever before.

Review by J Moxhay, features@theargus.co.uk