THE notion of co-directors Christine Sinclair and David Lippiett to form a one-off company to perform exam syllabus plays using local talent paid handsome dividends here.

Jo takes centre stage as she undergoes a series of rites of passage events.

Francesca McCrohon brought credibility and sympathy to the role especially in the dealings with her inadequate mother.

As the mother, Kate Olliver-Kneafsey excelled in her range of emotions and dealings with two of the men in her life. Peter (Nick Downes) was a usually inebriated lover and then husband who brought total realisation to the role.

The mainly young audience was enthralled by this professional production.