Titles by Global Majority authors
To Sir, With Love (stage version)
An uplifting story of the triumph of love, inspiration and hope against all odds, laced with the song and dance of austere, 1940s Britain.
trade
3fA short play dealing with the controversial topic of female sex tourism.
Published in volume trade & generations: two playstruth and reconciliation
11f 11mA play about the aftermath of violence, in conflicts around the world from Rwanda to Northern Ireland, and from Zimbabwe to Bosnia.
Two Billion Beats
2f (playing age 15 and 17)An insightful, heartfelt coming-of-age story and a blazing account of inner-city, British-Asian teenage life.
Two Billion Beats (short play version)
2fA short play about the unfairness of growing up in a world where you don't make the rules. First performed as part of Inside/Outside, a season of short plays staged at the Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond.
Published in volume Inside/Outsidetwo Palestinians go dogging
By Sami Ibrahim3f 4m (and optional extras)A comedy that explores how the everyday becomes political and the political becomes everyday in a conflict zone.
Unknown Rivers
4fA poignant and life-affirming play about the extraordinary powers of female friendship.
The Village
By Abi Falase and Tatenda ShamisoFlexible casting, 10-20 performers, any genderA punchy and provocative story about democracy, power, and how we can try to build a better world. In the Nick Hern Books Multiplay Drama series featuring large-cast plays specifically written to be performed by and appeal to young people.
When the Crows Visit
4f 3m doubling (up to 5f 4m)A dark and thrilling play inspired by true events in modern-day India, exploring the themes of Ibsen's Ghosts and the cyclical nature of oppression.
When the Daffodils
By Joel Tan2fA searching portrait of human kindness in a world that sets limits on how we care for the vulnerable. First performed as part of the Orange Tree Theatre's Inside/Outside season of short plays.
Published in volume Inside/OutsideWind Bit Bitter, Bit Bit Bit Her
By Sami Ibrahim1f 1mAn enthralling monologue about love and loss.
Withdrawal
By Mohammad Al Attar Translated by Clem Naylor1f 1mA play from Syria, part of the Royal Court Theatre's Arab World initiative in conjunction with the British Council.
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Amateur Productions
On Now & Coming SoonBill Bryson, Adapted by Tim WhitnallFin KennedyAmanda WhittingtonAlexandra Wood, Adapted from Kate SummerscaleAmanda WhittingtonHenrik Ibson, Adapted by Richard EyreTom WellsJeremy Sams, Original authors John Esmonde and Bob Larbey