Women’s Plays (Press, 3 May 1989)
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Summary: Women’s Plays (Press, 3 May 1989)
The Hagley Theatre Company, catering to adult and seventh form students at Hagley High School, is showcasing “An Evening of Women’s Plays” at Angles Nightclub located on Lichfield Street this week. This initiative is part of a year-long diploma course focused on acting, directing, and dance, with Sam Beveridge serving as the director. The event features two plays: “Going Up” by Julia Willis and “Bxlo Glossy” by Sarah Drehar, both sourced from "An Anthology of Lesbian Plays." Notably, the casts for these plays are entirely female. Sue Michael, the director of “Bxlo Glossy” and an adult student, emphasises her interest in the themes surrounding women rather than the lesbian narratives specifically. She expresses that the plays offer insightful perspectives on women and their coping mechanisms. “Going Up” highlights the interaction between two women trapped in a lift: one is a lesbian, and the other is heterosexual, exploring their reactions and dynamic. The longer piece delves into a family reuniting following the death of the father, focusing on the mother who feels liberated only after her husband's death and the two daughters, each contending with their fears regarding love and connection. Performances commence at 8 p.m. and will continue until 4 May 1989.
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