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We're supposed to be assessing their potential as college students, not conducting a quasi-criminal investigation.'
Out of 37,451 applicants to Eliot University, Angela stands out—but not for the right reasons. An ambiguous event in her past threatens to overshadow her talent, her potential and her future prospects. Can she overcome the prejudices of those judging her application, or is she already tainted beyond redemption?
Crackling with razor-sharp dialogue, Acceptance asks whether we can ever escape our past, and investigates the destructive side of our search for acceptance. It premiered at Hampstead Theatre Downstairs, London, in 2018.
Out of 37,451 applicants to Eliot University, Angela stands out—but not for the right reasons. An ambiguous event in her past threatens to overshadow her talent, her potential and her future prospects. Can she overcome the prejudices of those judging her application, or is she already tainted beyond redemption?
Crackling with razor-sharp dialogue, Acceptance asks whether we can ever escape our past, and investigates the destructive side of our search for acceptance. It premiered at Hampstead Theatre Downstairs, London, in 2018.
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Reviews
"'Bush is cementing her reputation as one of the country's most interesting playwrights - Steel is hilarious, yet its serious messages packs a punch. This is a fantastic new play, expertly crafted in its language, setting, performance and direction - and one that speaks clearly to 2018'"
Broadway World
"'Bush's script is sharp, witty and uncannily topical... it culminates powerfully towards the end, with a stunning monologue that takes in Brexit, gender politics, and the history of the Labour Party, all in two minutes'"
The Stage
"'A sharp-witted political drama… the arguments that dart across the stage always feel deeply rooted in the beliefs of the characters… for all the petty disagreement and lost faith that characterises contemporary politics, Steel makes it rousingly clear why some battles remain worth fighting'"
Guardian
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- SeriesNHB Modern Plays