Smile! and Bluebeard's Wives

Smile! Ltd. is a highly lucrative offshore extraction program, but as the tests become more competitive, the trainees start to fail. Bluebeards Wives reworks the fairytale of the secretive wife murderer to explore female commodification and gender roles.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 02 June 2022
Publisher: Methuen Publishing Ltd

Smile! Ltd. has experienced a significant surge in business since relocating offshore. The extraction program is highly profitable, and the female correction facility is overcrowded. On release day, a cheerful examiner removes the trainees' grinning masks and claims their positivity assessment is merely a routine bit of fun. However, as the tests become increasingly competitive, the arguing trainees begin to fail. Will the Island women ever find their way to freedom?

Smile! is a new play for radio or stage set in an alternate reality, using allegory to advocate for global social justice. Bluebeards Wives reworks the fairytale of the secretive wife murderer and explores female commodification and gender roles. Alone in her husband's castle, this inquisitive wife is determined to survive and uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearances of the other wives.

The play delves into the themes of power, control, and gender roles, challenging the traditional narratives of femininity and masculinity. The Island women are portrayed as strong and resilient, but they are also subjected to various forms of abuse and exploitation. They are forced to perform menial tasks, subjected to physical and sexual violence, and denied basic human rights.

Through their struggles, the Island women form a strong bond and develop a sense of solidarity. They rely on each other for support and courage, as they navigate the complex and dangerous world of the correction facility. They also begin to question the authority of the examiner and the system that has imprisoned them.

As the play progresses, the Island women start to plan their escape. They gather information, gather resources, and develop a strategy to break free from the facility. They face numerous obstacles and challenges, including resistance from the guards and the corrupt officials who run the facility.

However, their determination and resilience ultimately pay off. They escape the correction facility and find their way to freedom. They are greeted by a group of supporters who believe in their cause and are willing to help them rebuild their lives.

Smile! is a powerful and thought-provoking play that raises important issues about social justice, gender roles, and human rights. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of women who are forced to overcome incredible adversity. It is a must-listen for anyone who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire change and promote social justice.

Weight: 127g
ISBN-13: 9780413778574