Modern Drama
This section contains plays written or premiered after 1945.
My Child
A 'tug-of-love' drama, in which a divorced father kidnaps his child - with unexpected consequences.
My Family and Other Animals (stage version)
A delightful and inventive stage version of Gerald Durrell's well-loved memoir of a childhood growing up in Corfu.
My Father's Fable
By Faith Omole2f 2m plus 1m pre-recordedA gripping story of grief, belonging, and a family on the edge from Alfred Fagon Award-winner Faith Omole. Premiered at the Bush Theatre, London, in 2024.
My Friend Duplicity
By Enda Walsh1f (aged 23) 1m (aged 60)A one-act duologue by Enda Walsh which went on to inspire his play Ballyturk.
Published in volume Enda Walsh Plays: TwoMy Mother's Funeral: The Show
By Kelly Jones2f 1m (playing 20 characters)A play exploring the inequalities we face around death, and the cost of turning your loved ones into art. Premiered by Paines Plough in 2024.
My Name is Rachel Corrie
1fThe moving account of the life and early death of a young female activist, adapted from her own writings.
My Night With Reg
By Kevin Elyot6mA deliciously funny and bittersweet comedy that captures the fragility of friendship, happiness and life itself. Winner of the Evening Standard and Olivier Awards for Best Comedy.
My Son's a Queer (But What Can You Do?)
By Rob Madge1 performer (plus additional family members appearing on video)A joyous, chaotic, autobiographical play telling the story of actor, writer and social-media sensation Rob Madge as they set out to recreate a Disney parade they performed as a twelve-year-old for their Grandma.
Mydidae
By Jack Thorne1f 1mA play about the private and disturbing moments a couple share, exploring what becomes of a relationship when it is held together not only by love, but by fear, guilt and despair.
The Mystae
By Nick Whitby1f 2m (all eighteen/nineteen)An exhilarating coming-of-age story that explores the intensity of adolescent relationships.
The Naked Eye
1f/mA short monologue play from the author of Jerusalem.
Published in volume Jez Butterworth Plays: One
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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