Shakespeare for My Father
by Lynn Redgrave
Highlights
Awards & Recognition
Nominee: 1993 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding One-Person Show
Synopsis
In the renowned actress’ first foray into playwriting, family reminiscence develops into a complex, funny and moving portrait of a child’s longing for the love of the inscrutable, daunting and charismatic Shakespearean actor who was her father.
Acclaimed in America and Great Britain, Shakespeare for My Father weaves scenes from the Bard that delightfully coalesce with events in Ms. Redgrave’s young life, eliciting memories of Sir Michael and engaging impressions of the celebrated stars who frequented the Redgrave’s home and lives.
Press Reviews
"A pleasure and a privilege to watch."
— The New York Times
"Combines wit, technical skill and human feeling... the evening is sometimes heart-churning, but laughter is never far away."
— The London Times
"An original, funny, often fascinating... a blend [of] art and psychotherapy."
— Time
"Offers a glimpse of life in the rarefied company of Olivier, Burton, Lunt and Fontanne, sister Vanessa and brother Corin... by turns funny, poignant and melodramatic."
— Variety
Characters
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Lynn |
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Publication
Shakespeare for My Father is a play written by Lynn Redgrave and published by Samuel French (2001).
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Samuel French · 2001 · 61 pp
Performance Rights
Restrictions: Major Markets Only (US) / Standard Restriction (UK)
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