Description
Moonfleece is an intense and thrilling exploration of memory and identity, with themes of contemporary resonance: racism, homophobia, and how those in authority distort both the truth and the past. This play is Philip Ridley's most direct representation yet of his hopes and fears for disadvantaged, diverse communities of today's society, as two groups of teenagers are forced to judge for themselves the prejudices and preconceptions of their parents. This is a vital, relevant and compelling story for the whole country and especially young people from all backgrounds. The plot follows Curtis, who has arranged a secret meeting in a flat of a derelict tower block. Years ago, when he was a child, Curtis lived here before tragedy struck in the form of his elder brother's death. Now Curtis is seeing his brother's ghost. With the aid of Gavin and Tommy, fellow members of the right wing political party of which he is a leading figure, and his ex-girlfriend, Sarah, Curtis aims to find out why this ghost is haunting him. Things, however, do not go as planned and a hitherto secret story has to be revealed. A story that will change Curtis's life forever.
Philip Ridley is an important writer who enjoys both critical acclaim and a cult following due to his unique, dark voice and controversial themes. Publication to coincide with the professional premiere of the play, on tour by Supporting Wall (2 March - 17 April 2010). A play both about and for young people, Moonfleece has strong potential for schools with contemporary, relevant themes, a young cast and accessible dialogue. The UK tour will be accompanied by performances in schools and colleges and full educational resources will be supplied, launching this play to the schools market.
About the Author
Playwright Philip Ridley was born in the East End of London, where he still lives and works. He is a contemporary artist, poet, novelist, film-maker and one of the country's most celebrated and award-winning living playwrights. His play The Fastest Clock In The Universe has recently been revived by the Hampstead Theatre and Leicester Curve, and his new film Heartless is due for release in Feb 2010. Ridley has been described as 'probably a genius' (Time Out), 'a visionary' (Rolling Stone), 'the master of modern myth' (Guardian) and 'the best British playwright of the last 20 years' (Aleks Sierz).
Book Information
ISBN 9781408130551
Author Philip Ridley
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint Methuen Drama
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 6mm
Philip Ridley is an important writer who enjoys both critical acclaim and a cult following due to his unique, dark voice and controversial themes. Publication to coincide with the professional premiere of the play, on tour by Supporting Wall (2 March - 17 April 2010). A play both about and for young people, Moonfleece has strong potential for schools with contemporary, relevant themes, a young cast and accessible dialogue. The UK tour will be accompanied by performances in schools and colleges and full educational resources will be supplied, launching this play to the schools market.
About the Author
Playwright Philip Ridley was born in the East End of London, where he still lives and works. He is a contemporary artist, poet, novelist, film-maker and one of the country's most celebrated and award-winning living playwrights. His play The Fastest Clock In The Universe has recently been revived by the Hampstead Theatre and Leicester Curve, and his new film Heartless is due for release in Feb 2010. Ridley has been described as 'probably a genius' (Time Out), 'a visionary' (Rolling Stone), 'the master of modern myth' (Guardian) and 'the best British playwright of the last 20 years' (Aleks Sierz).
Book Information
ISBN 9781408130551
Author Philip Ridley
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint Methuen Drama
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 6mm
