Very Special Guest Star - (Modern Plays) by Tom Wright (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

In a desperate attempt to bring some spark back to their all-too-cosy married life, professional millennials Michael and Phil switch a sherry on the couch for a night on the town. Their goal: to get in with Generation Z by trying to get off with one.

Enter fit, sexy, confident Quasim. But the 'just for one night' adventure brings shocking revelations as Michael and Phil discover more about the 20-year-old boy in their bed than they ever wanted to know, and their suburban dream is shaken to its core.

Following the sold out runs of critical hits Undetectable (nominated for 3 Off West End Awards) and My Dad's Gap Year (nominated for 4 Off West End Awards), Tom Wright's darkly comedic and wildly sexy new play is his most provocative show to date.

Review Quotes

"Thoroughly original play that simultaneously entertains, provokes and unsettles" --Guardian

"Writing like the adopted son of Joe Orton and J.B. Priestley" --The Reviews Hub

"Smart, disquieting farce" --The Stage

"Sizzles with wit, danger and vulnerability ... Enthrals from start to finish ... Doesn't hold back" --London Theatre Reviews

About the Author

Tom Wright is a London based playwright, theatre director and producer, originally from Coventry. He is currently the New Work Associate at Kiln Theatre. Previously Head of Artist Development at The Old Vic. His two back-to-back debut plays were nominated for seven Off West End Awards including Best New Play and Most Promising Playwright. Writing credits include: Undetectable (King's Head Theatre), My Dad's Gap Year (Park Theatre), I Ain't Dumb (Theatre Royal Stratford East) and Rebel Song (The Other Palace). Short work includes: Broadcast (Old Vic New Voices), Three Sunrises (The Other Palace) and I, We, Me (Vault Festival). Writing and directing credits include: Sirens and Privilege (ArtsEd).