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Rough Trade

Rough Trade

$24.99

ISBN: 9781760627973
Author: Katie Pollock
Publication Date: 6/09/2022
Edition: CTS
Publisher: Currency Press
Extent: 52pp.
Availability: Available

Cast Info: 1F

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SKU: BK3191 Categories: Comedy, Drama, Monologues, Plays by women, Political / social themes, Significant female role/s, Solo performer Tag: Currency Press
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Part stand-up, part takedown of capitalism, part wannabe dancing dildo musical, this one-woman play is a celebration of resilience, humour … and sex toys!

Through an intricate web of objects and a drive for community and connection, the members of inner-city Facebook barter group ‘Rough Trade’ are giving the giant middle finger to capitalism, with trades that are funny, sexy, strange and touching. Inspired by these true stories, playwright Katie Pollock peels back the layers to reveal a character for whom life has taken a series of wrong turns, leaving her in a place where she is dependent on this internet community for her very survival.

A thrilling—and sometimes terrifying—examination of the ways capitalism and the patriarchy fail us, and the precarious position all women risk finding themselves in, Rough Trade is ultimately a story of hope in challenging times.

A perfect little loop of a play about the morals of wanting in a decaying world. Funny, insightful and kind, Rough Trade sings in its exploration of communities and connection.

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