Dakota Pink embarks on a thrilling quest to uncover the truth about Medusa's baby monster, joined by her best friend Treacle. Their adventure takes them from the familiar White Flats to the mysterious Dog Island and the formidable Fortress, where they will face challenges and discover secrets that could change everything.
Ridley has a cult status among many young theater goers and a strong cult following.
The narrative explores the imaginative and vivid experiences of a teenager who perceives the universe within himself, symbolized by the Milky Way in his reflection. The story intertwines the raw power of a motorbike, likened to a wild animal, with the deep emotional resonance of a whale's song, which serves as a poignant remedy for loneliness. Through these unique elements, the book delves into themes of self-discovery, connection with nature, and the search for belonging.
World Premiere: Tobacco Factory Theatres, Bristol, 27 February - 7 March 2015; Soho Theatre, London, 10 March - 12 April 2014--Additional title page.
The plot revolves around eighteen-year-old Dominic's intense attraction to his new neighbor, Billy Crow, a captivating punk with green hair and tattoos. Their immediate chemistry ignites a desire for deeper connection, but when Billy references a past lover, it sparks Dominic's curiosity and jealousy. As Billy recounts his fascinating history, Dominic becomes increasingly captivated, blurring the lines between their stories and prompting him to question his own identity and desires.
A state of the nation play meets a dreamlike memory play by maverick writer Philip Ridley.
"My name is Daffodil Scissors. I haven't got any friends. Not one!" Daffodil lives alone with Dad. Dad makes extraordinary hats. The extraordinary hats go on Daffodil's head. Wearing Dad's hats makes everyone at school laugh at Daffodil. How is Daffodil ever going to make friends? Perhaps the mysterious Bag Lady has the answer.
It was a very hot day – dazzling sunshine! – and Mum – she was wiping sweat from her neck. No, not wiping. Dabbing . . . Dab . . . Dab. Mum was a beauty. Not like me. And don't tell me I am because you'll be lying and I won't thank you for it. Not today. Not when this whole thing – us, here - is about me telling the truth. The latest from Philip Ridley is a beautiful, breathtaking new drama about one girl's craving for family and home, and the lengths she will go to achieve them. Dark Vanilla Jungle embarked on a national tour of Great Britain in spring 2014. This edition also features a selection of previously unpublished monologues by Philip Ridley alongside the play.
It's at times like this I'm inspired by The Stupendous Santini. He toured the mid-West during the 1930s, entertaining farmers affected by the Dust Bowl. No one would have remembered him were in not for the fact that during his most famous trick – sword swallowing – he accidentally punctured a lung and died on the spot. He became a legend. Donny has committed an act that shocked everyone. Tabloids called him The Most Hated Boy Alive. But Donny doesn't want forgiveness. All Donny wants is . . . his own television show. Written by internationally acclaimed writer Philip Ridley, Tonight With Donny Stixx is the companion piece to Ridley's 2013 Fringe First-winner Dark Vanilla Jungle, and received its premiere at the Soho Theatre, London, on 27 July 2015 before premiering at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Ruskin Splinter is small and thin, with knock-knees, thick glasses and a squeaky voice, and the idea of him taming a dragon makes the whole class laugh. Big, strong Elvis is stupid but he looks like a hero. So who is more likely to get the big part in the school play? But when the mysterious beast, Krindlekrax, threatens Lizard Street and everyone who lives there, it is Ruskin who saves the day and proves he is the stuff that heros are made of after all