"Upton's a playful writer who likes nothing better than to upset expectations." Judy Upton's new play premiered at the Royal Court in August 2001 directed by Max Stafford-Clark Thirty five and on the slide, Suzanne does a runner back home to Brighton in search of a new start. But home is a place where big breaks are scarce. And kids grow up - fast. So how do you find what you want in a place like this? And who do you find it with? From the award-winning author of Ashes and Sand, Sliding with Suzanne is the powerful and bitterly humorous story of a single foster mum who tries to turn her life around.Upton's a playful writer who likes nothing better than to upset expectations.

In financial and emotional despair, Suzanne returns to live with her mother. Instead of finding peace of mind however, her already complicated life becomes even more chaotic. A rocky relationship with her foster son Luka, a one-night stand and having to handle her mother's boyfriend doesn't help.

About the Author
Judy Upton's plays include Everlasting Rose (1992 London New Play Festival); Ashes and Sand (1994 Ge orge Devine Award); Bruises (1994 Verity Bargate Award); Temple (1995); The Shorewatchers' House (19 95).


Book Information
ISBN 9780413769701
Author Judy Upton
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Methuen Drama
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 140g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 8mm