THE 16TH INTERNATIONAL KENNETH BRANAGH AWARD FOR NEW DRAMA WRITING
I am delighted to sponsor this writing award and to be a small part of the Windsor Fringe initiative that supports new writers. Without a good play or script, the best actors and directors in the world cannot hope to produce good work and I welcome the encouragement that this award offers to writers, both local and international. Kenneth Branagh
The Three Finalists - From 266 Scripts From 23 Countries
Thurs 3 Oct. 8pm
Fri 4 Oct. 8pm
Sat 5 Oct. 7.30pm
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An Absence Of |
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Written by Suzanne Jeans
directed by Anthony Shrubshall
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| Synopsis |
This is a semi-autobiographical play that explores the complex relationship between mothers and daughters within the context of living with Alzheimer's Disease. It looks at the challenges faced, the relentlessness & unpredictability of the illness but also the bizarre and comic moments that are an inevitable part of the process.
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The Ice Queen |
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Written by Pete Barrett
directed by Paula Chitty
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| Synopsis |
When Glacia, a flinty career woman with no time for husbands, relations or friends, finds herself unexpectedly looking after her niece and nephew, Charly and Kay, she expects them to minimise disruption & conform to her tight schedule. To his surprise, Kay finds Glacia an unexpected ally and is reluctant to go home.
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| Play |
One, Two, Tree |
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Written by Adam Colclough
directed by Richard Elson
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| Synopsis |
One couple, three stories. When, then & again. Over a forty year period, we witness the seed of a relationship being planted and the essential blossoming.
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Judge for yourselves
All Three Plays will be performed nightly and after the Saturday performances, the winner will be announced at the Awards Ceremony.