12/02/2026
Looking for a romantic Valentine's Day gift? Posting Letters to the Moon will be staged at the Mercury Theatre Colchester on Saturday 14 February 2026 at 7.30pm.
The show is a romantic, funny and very touching portrait of life during the second World War. It features readings of letters between Oscar-nominated actress Celia Johnson (Brief Encounter) and her explorer and writer husband Peter Fleming (brother of James Bond creator Ian Fleming).
The letters, which are read by their daughter Lucy Fleming (Love Sarah, Survivors) and her husband Simon Williams (Upstairs Downstairs, The Archers), give a fascinating insight into Celia’s experiences of working with Noël Coward and David Lean during the making of the classic film, Brief Encounter. Not only are the letters highly engaging, but they also provide a fascinating historical insight into that time of true austerity and fearfulness.
Reviews:
"It is an evening that will charm you, intrigue you and make you laugh, cry and remember the terror and trivia of life during the Second World War" - Joanna Lumley
"One is transported into a world of elegance, self-deprecation and bravery. It’s a masterclass in letter-writing; alive and observant, moving and gripping. It is utterly bewitching from start to finish – catch it if you can" - Maureen Lipman
For more information, and to book tickets, please visit:
https://shorturl.at/eaaM4
www.postingletterstothemoon.com