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David Eldridge's play "Beginning" explores the raw, touching, and funny style of a 21st-century marriage.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 27 April 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Why do people ever persevere in relationships? It seems like such a daunting task, especially when every relationship reaches a crossroads at some point. As dawn breaks, Maggie is heating some milk, and Gary can't help but wonder what she's doing out of bed. Maybe it's time for an honest conversation – but how much honesty can this marriage take?

Following his five-star play "Beginning," which had sold-out runs at the National Theatre and in the West End, writer David Eldridge brings his raw, touching, and funny style to a portrait of a 21st-century marriage. This is the second of three plays that explore love and relationships.

The play revolves around Maggie and Gary, a couple who have been together for years. They seem to have everything going for them – a successful career, a beautiful home, and a loving family. But beneath the surface, tensions are brewing. Maggie feels unfulfilled in her marriage, while Gary is struggling with his own insecurities.

As the play unfolds, we see the couple trying to navigate their way through the crossroad. They try to have honest conversations, but they often end up getting sidetracked by their own emotions. Maggie wants to feel loved and appreciated, while Gary wants to be seen as a strong and capable man.

One of the most striking aspects of the play is the way Eldridge explores the complexities of marriage. He shows how even the strongest relationships can be fragile, and how small misunderstandings can escalate into big conflicts. He also highlights the importance of communication and empathy in a relationship, and how these can be lost when people are too focused on their own needs.

The performances in the play are outstanding, with both Maggie and Gary delivering powerful and nuanced performances. They bring the characters to life in a way that is both realistic and relatable, and they have a chemistry that is undeniable.

Overall, "Beginning" is a thought-provoking and powerful play that explores the complexities of marriage and the strength of love. It is a must-see for anyone who has ever been in a relationship or who is curious about what it takes to make a marriage work.

Weight: 85g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350334403