Yes, Prime Minister
by Jonathan Lynn

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Readers are largely delighted with the witty portrayal of British politics in Yes, Prime Minister. Many find the humor sharp and relevant, reminiscent of the original television series, while also appreciating the play's contemporary context. However, a few express disappointment over production quality and updates to content that feel unoriginal.

Witty and humorous dialogueCaptures the essence of politicsBrilliantly writtenRelevant and engaging comedyNot the most current edition

Synopsis

"Yes, Minister", and the equally successful sequel "Yes, Prime Minister" captured a niche in the political consciousness of the nation.

First broadcast thirty years ago, the original writers of these classic series have reunited to create a bang up to date "Yes, Prime Minister" for the stage.

Spin, blackberries, sexed-up dossiers, sleaze, global warming and a country on the brink of financial meltdown form the backdrop to mayhem at Chequers as the Foreign Minister of Kumranistan makes a seriously compromising offer of salvation.

Prime Minister Jim Hacker remains in power with his coterie of close advisors including Cabinet Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby and Principal Private Secretary Bernard Woolley, but for how long?

They govern a whole new world.

"Yes, Prime Minister" premiered in the Festival Theatre, Chichester, in May 2010.

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Publication

PublisherFaber & Faber
Year2010
BindingPaperback
EditionMain
Pages112
PlaceLondon
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780571260706
ISBN-100571260705
eISBN-139780571260713
LCCN2010478372
LCCPR6110.A93 Y47 2010

Yes, Prime Minister is a British comedy play written by Jonathan Lynn and published by Faber & Faber in London (2010).

Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Google Play (eISBN 9780571260713).

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