Dark Vanilla Jungle and other Monologues
by Philip Ridley

Name: Dark Vanilla Jungle and other Monologues
Brand: Philip Ridley
SKU: 9781472523501
Rating: 3.81 (32 reviews)

Dark Vanilla Jungle and other Monologues Cover

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Highlights

Small Cast

Female

British

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the dark and thought-provoking themes of the monologues, particularly praising Ridley's significant growth as a playwright. While many found the titular piece captivating, some felt the additional monologues detracted from its impact. Overall, responses highlight both brilliant writing and a rawness that can be unsettling.

Dark and fantastic storytellingStrong character-driven monologuesRidley's growth as a playwrightSome monologues feel unnecessaryOccasional uneven quality

Synopsis

It was a very hot day – dazzling sunshine!

– and Mum – she was wiping sweat from her neck.

No, not wiping.

Dabbing .

Dab .

Dab.

Mum was a beauty.

Not like me.

And don't tell me I am because you'll be lying and I won't thank you for it.

Not today.

Not when this whole thing – us, here - is about me telling the truth.

The latest from Philip Ridley is a beautiful, breathtaking new drama about one girl's craving for family and home, and the lengths she will go to achieve them.

Dark Vanilla Jungle embarked on a national tour of Great Britain in spring 2014.

This edition also features a selection of previously unpublished monologues by Philip Ridley alongside the play.