Beginning
by David Eldridge

Name: Beginning
Brand: David Eldridge
SKU: 9781350061262
Rating: 3.53 (101 reviews)

Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

British Comedy

What readers are saying

Readers have mixed feelings about the play, with some finding it enjoyable and thought-provoking, while others criticize it for lacking depth and relatability. The characters and dialogue resonate well with a segment of the audience, particularly in exploring themes of loneliness and connection. However, some feel the writing falls short, particularly in character development and realistic motivations.

Explores themes of lonelinessBuilding tension throughoutThought-provoking dialogueMixed character developmentSome parts feel lackluster

Synopsis

You didn't fancy it then?

Fancy what?

Getting in the taxi.

No. Every story starts somewhere.

It's the early hours of the morning and Danny's the last straggler at Laura's party.

The flat's in a mess.

And so are they.

One more drink?

David Eldridge (Market Boy, The Knot of the Heart, In Basildon) returns to the National Theatre with a sharp and astute two-hander that takes an intimate look at the first fragile moments of risking your heart and taking a chance.

This tender and funny play received its world premiere at the National's Dorfman Theatre in October 2017.