Clyde's

In the bustling kitchen of a run-down Pennsylvania truck stop, formerly incarcerated staff have been given a second chance to create the perfect sandwich and leave their past mistakes behind. Clyde's, a play by Lynn Nottage, premiered in 2021 at the Guthrie Theater and received its European premiere at the Donmar Warehouse in 2023. It is considered one of the best plays by American playwright Lynn Nottage.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 80 pages
Publication date: 19 October 2023
Publisher: Nick Hern Books

In the bustling kitchen of a run-down Pennsylvania truck stop, a group of formerly incarcerated staff has been given a second chance. Under the tyrannical eye of their boss Clyde, this unlikely team strives to create the perfect sandwich, as they dream of leaving their past mistakes behind for a better life.

Lynn Nottage's hilarious and hopeful play "Clyde's" premiered in 2021 at the Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis, becoming the most-produced play in the United States the following year. It received its European premiere at the Donmar Warehouse, London, in 2023, directed by Lynette Linton, who also directed the British premiere of Nottage's play "Sweat" at the Donmar.

Lynn Nottage is remarkable and uniquely exhilarating. The Washington Post asked, "Is there a better living American playwright than Lynn Nottage?" The Wall Street Journal answered, "Yes."

The play tells the story of Clyde, a former gang leader who has been released from prison and is trying to turn his life around. He takes a job at the truck stop, where he meets a diverse group of employees, including a young woman named Veronica who is struggling to make ends meet.

Clyde is determined to create the perfect sandwich, and he and his team put their all into it. They use fresh ingredients, and they take pride in their work. But as they work, they also confront their past mistakes and the challenges of their present lives.

"Clyde's" is a powerful and moving play that explores the themes of redemption, second chances, and the power of community. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of giving people a second chance.

The play has received critical acclaim, with reviewers praising Nottage's writing and the performances of the cast. It has been praised for its humor, its heart, and its ability to tackle difficult subjects with grace and empathy.

In conclusion, "Clyde's" is a remarkable play that offers a powerful and moving exploration of the human spirit. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of giving people a second chance. Lynn Nottage is a remarkable playwright, and her work is a testament to the power of storytelling.

Weight: 98g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 6 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839042683