Your enjoyment of this clever drama by Simon Stephens may depend on whether or not you find the idea of a 42 year old woman and a 75 year old man having an intimate relationship acceptable, and whether you find the performances of Anne-Marie Duff and Kenneth Cranham convincing.
The acting is top notch in this tale which utilises a simple set of tables, chairs and bed which rise and disappear from and into the floor as required. We get to know Georgie and Alex from their first meeting at a train station, where she impulsively kisses him on the neck and then spins tall tales about her life.
This vibrant American woman has troubles and regrets in her life, and yet it feels OK that she feels herself drawn to the lonely, elderly butcher who loves tango dancing and who is haunted by the memories of both his dead sister and his lost love.
This is a moving piece by its close, even if the bedroom scene feels a little uncomfortable at first. We understand this pair, thrown together by life, she bored by her mundane job, he lifted up by the whole string of musical genres he reels off when asked about his taste.
The plot may stretch credulity a bit, but the companionable chemistry between the leads keeps this short two-hander constantly interesting.
It is currently set to run until January 2018, and there is good availability at most prices.