Julie, a young woman seeking an escape from the encroaching drudgery of domestic life, and Maureen, her frumpish friend, prepare for a talent show at a seedy club.
The setting is backstage at Bunter's, a seedy club in the north of England. It's dusty and cluttered, and the toilet has no lock on the door. To these unpromising surroundings comes Julie - hoping that this talent contest try-out will bring fame and an escape from the crushing mediocrity of her life - accompanied by her overweight, awkward friend.—Anonymous