Description
Where the Mangrove Grows is a brave and startling debut from Joe Hammond that confronts questions of family, neglect, escapism and love through a magical, though often harrowing, tale of a warped and lonely childhood.
About the Author
In 2012, Joe Hammond was invited onto the Royal Court Studio Writers' Group, having previously been one of 'The Fifty' - a prestigious BBC/Royal Court initiative that selected fifty of the UK's 'most exciting emerging playwrights' for development and industry mentoring. Prior to his debut London production at Theatre503 with Where the Mangrove Grows, he has also been the recipient of a Soho Theatre START residency and an Arts Council England-funded residency with award-winning Coventry theatre company, Theatre Absolute.
Reviews
Where the Mangrove Grows is a small play with big implications. It could scarcely be more timely. -- Heather Neill * The Arts Desk *
A powerful, thoughtful and accomplished debut play - one which will make difficult viewing for anyone affected by the issues. -- Matthew Tucker * The Huffington Post *
Joe Hammond's debut play - inspired by his own experience of working in a children's psychiatric hospital 15 years ago - couldn't be more topical ... There is plenty of writing talent in evidence -- Lyn Gardner * Guardian *
Book Information
ISBN 9781408185650
Author Joe Hammond
Format Paperback
Page Count 72
Imprint Methuen Drama
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 78g