Script: Triptych: Three Plays for Young People

This collection of plays is a trilogy that has been inspired by the paintings of artist Paula Rego. Plays such as these that have been devised through workshops and collaboration are perfect for students as they are often asked to do the same thing themselves.

The first play of the three is Crivelli's Garden. Inspired by the painting of the same name, this play was born in Salisbury secondary schools and explores the fears and hopes of the students that took part in its creation. Crivelli's Garden is aimed at a 16+ audience and boasts an all-female cast. My students enjoyed working on this as they were able to relate it to current women's issues such as the #MeToo movement. As I have previously worked in an all-girls school, I also saw the benefit of an all-female play that portrays strong female characters and themes. However, it is clear to see why it is aimed at 16+ as it is a play which is thoughtful in style, and my students remarked that they felt the action moved quite slowly.