Favour

Favour is a touching and hopeful family drama about a working-class Muslim family, tackling duty, addiction, and the challenge of pulling yourself back together after it all falls apart. It was a Bush Theatre and Clean Break co-production and premiered at the Bush, London, in 2022, directed by Róisín McBrinn and Sophie Dillon Moniram.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 29 June 2022
Publisher: Nick Hern Books

Leila is content living at home with her loving but traditional grandmother, Noor. However, their tranquil lives are abruptly disrupted when Aleena, her fiercely independent mother, returns home from prison, determined to bring a new world of fun and excitement into their lives. In a whirlwind of nail varnish and sweet treats, their calm existence is turned upside down.

As family secrets are revealed, Leila faces the challenging task of deciding on her future. She realizes that the path she thought was set in stone is now blurred, and she must navigate through a maze of emotions and choices.

Ambreen Razia's play "Favour" is a touching and hopeful family drama that delves into the lives of a working-class Muslim family. It explores themes of duty, addiction, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The play was a Bush Theatre and Clean Break co-production, and it premiered at the Bush Theatre in London in 2022. It was directed by Róisín McBrinn and Sophie Dillon Moniram.

Through its powerful performances and heartfelt storytelling, "Favour" offers a glimpse into the lives of a family struggling to find their way in a world that often seems against them. It is a testament to the strength of love, forgiveness, and the power of community in overcoming even the most challenging circumstances.

Weight: 141g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839040917