The Chalk Garden
by Enid Bagnold

Name: The Chalk Garden
Brand: Enid Bagnold
SKU: 9780573606892
Rating: 3.64 (140 reviews)

The Chalk Garden Book Cover — The Chalk Garden Cover

Highlights

Medium Cast

Female

Male

Interior Set American

Awards & Recognition

Olivier Award

Nominee: 2009 Olivier Award for Best Revival of a Play

What readers are saying

Readers generally find 'The Chalk Garden' to be a charming and emotionally resonant play, often praising its exploration of family dynamics and human relationships. Many appreciate its revival success and the engaging characters, although some note that the material may feel a bit dated. While the play has a loyal following, a few readers expressed disappointment, mentioning that it can be hard to follow at times. Overall, it garners more admiration than criticism from its audience.

Charming and funny Engaging characters Emotionally resonant A hidden gem Somewhat dated material

Synopsis

Full Length Drama

Characters: 2 male 7 female Interior Set

Revived to acclaim on the West End in 2008 this psychological chamber piece explores the secret world of childhood through the prism of a dyed-in-the-wool British dowager Mrs. St. Maugham and her precocious and equally eccentric granddaughter Laurel.

When enigmatic Miss Madrigal is hired as household companion and manager the two finally meet their match.

"A tantalizing fascinating and stimulating piece of