Play Details
Context
Artistic Director
George Devine
Dates Performed
Tuesday 25th February 1958
Main House (Downstairs)
Play Details
Synopsis
In this play, a group of youths engage in a sequence of playful vignettes and scuffles. As the story progresses, they discuss the arrival of Greta, a character symbolising selfishness and self-interest. By the third act, Greta’s influence causes discord within the group, coinciding with outbreaks of violence in the streets surrounding them. The play culminates dramatically as Greta gives birth to a child, symbolising a new beginning amidst the chaos.
“The Sport of My Mad Mother” is a thought-provoking exploration of human relationships and societal absurdity. It uses satire and farce to challenge conventional norms, highlighting the breakdown of communication and the absurdity of everyday life.
Cast & Creative
Cast
Paul Bailey
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Sheila Ballantine
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Wendy Craig
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Avril Elgar
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Philip Locke
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Jerry Stovin
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Anthony Valentine
Designer