The Glove Thief
by Beth Flintoff

Name: The Glove Thief
Brand: Beth Flintoff
SKU: 9781848426535
Rating: 4.1 (18 reviews)

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Highlights

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Large Cast

British Historical

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the fresh and modern take of the play, noting its humor and engaging characters. The character of Rose is particularly praised for her authenticity and relatability. Many find the storyline to be well-researched and interesting.

Humorous and engagingAuthentic character portrayalWell-researched storylineExpectations were different than reality

Synopsis

The year is 1569, and in a cold, stone room in a Staffordshire castle, a group of women sew elaborate tapestries.

Rich or poor, at home or held against their will, four women’s lives intersect on the point of a needle.

Embroidery is their escape, their sanity, and their expression: of love, loss, artistry and power.

For these women’s stitches have the power to change not just their own lives, but the course of English history.

Inspired by the tapestries created when Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned by her cousin Queen Elizabeth I, The Glove Thief by Beth Flintoff is part of Platform, an initiative from Tonic Theatre in partnership with Nick Hern Books.

Aimed at addressing gender imbalance in theatre, Platform comprises big-cast plays with predominantly or all-female casts, written specifically for performance by young actors.

ThemesEnglish literature