New Release

Hansel and Gretel (Oberon Modern Plays)

Carl Grose

$16.45

Publication Date: April 18th, 2024

Publisher:

Methuen Drama

ISBN:

9781350461253

Pages:

Description

Times are tough for the family in the wood. They'd eat like kings if only they could.But hunger gnaws - famine stalks the land. Something quite wicked has the upper hand Poor mother and father must do "what is best"... And Hansel and Gretel will be put to the test Armed with their very last slice of bread. Will they eat to survive or ........leave a.................trail...................................home..................................................instead?

Hansel & Gretel was first performed on the 4th December 2009 at Bristol Old Vic and was a co-production between Kneehigh and Bristol Old Vic. Carl Grose and Kneehigh put their own unique spin on the classic fairytale.

About the Author

Carl Grose is a member of the UK's acclaimed Cornish company Kneehigh Theatre and has performed and written a number of shows. Kneehigh are celebrated as one of the UK's most exciting theatre companies. They have a unique approach to making theatre, developing scripts through a collaborative devising process. Previous work includes: Tristan & Yseult, The Bacchae, The Wooden Frock and The Red Shoes.