The Gathered Leaves
$42.41
- Paperback
160 pages
- Release Date
21 August 2025
Summary
The Pennington family haven’t been in the same room together for seventeen years. But on the eve of William’s seventy-fifth birthday, all three generations gather, hoping that the mistakes of the past can be consigned to history.
An errant daughter, an autistic son, and a second son that could never just grasp the nettle – William’s children have always been a disappointment to him. With long-held resentments rising to the surface, and new problems unexpectedly presenting themselves, …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781839045073 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1839045078 |
| Author: | Andrew Keatley |
| Publisher: | Nick Hern Books |
| Imprint: | Nick Hern Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 160 |
| Release Date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Weight: | 182g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 129mm x 12mm |
| Series: | NHB Modern Plays |
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Critics Review
‘A freshness and verve that’s hugely impressive’
* Telegraph *‘Riveting… Keatley accurately pins down the tensions within family life and records a moment of social transition’
* Guardian *‘Outstanding’
* The Times *‘Meaty family drama… perceptive and funny… a humane, deliberately old-fashioned play’
* Evening Standard *‘A classic Hampstead family drama, full of juicy, nuanced character relations and wry quips… sharp, witty and insightful’
* WhatsOnStage *‘A theatrical treat… vibrant, honest, and heartbreaking… Keatley’s writing rewards his starry cast in every line… It feels real without ever being forced or preachy’
* Broadway World *‘A sensational piece of theatre… whip-smart writing… understated but continually captivating… Keatley is a master at building suspense’
* All That Dazzles *‘Excellent… sharp and insightful, showing a rare appreciation of family dynamics’
* West End Best Friend *‘Charming, layered and quietly effective… an excellent and endearing ensemble piece’
* Liam O’Dell *About The Author
Andrew Keatley
Andrew Keatley studied English and Drama at Royal Holloway, University of London, and Acting at Webber Douglas. His plays include Alligators (Hampstead Downstairs, 2016); The Gathered Leaves (Park Theatre, London, 2015; revived 2025); Go To Your God Like A Soldier (Old Vic Tunnels, London/Underbelly, Edinburgh); Colourings (Old Red Lion, Islington); Care (Bush); Why Don’t We Multiply? and Weapon of Choice (Theatre503).
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