The Syringa Tree

The Syringa Tree

"The Syringa Tree" [ [http://www.syringatree.com/ The Syringa Tree - Off Broadway ] ] is a deeply personal memory play of a childhood under apartheid. Written and often performed by Pamela Gien it has received excellent reviews in New York and across the USA as well as in London. [ [http://www.syringatree.com/syringa_tree.html?production=3 The Syringa Tree - Off Broadway ] ] [ [http://www.amrep.org/syringa/ Past Productions: The Syringa Tree ] ] Also very positively reviewed [ [http://www.dublintheatrefestival.com/news/display.asp?NewsID=43&m=n Latest News - Dublin Theatre Festival, IrelandSaturday, February 09, 2008 ] ] in Dublin, the play has received several awards.

Originally, the play was intended for one actress only, with no props besides a swing and one costume. However, it can also be performed with two or multiple actors.

It centers around the story of Elizabeth Grace and spans four generations.

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