Wish You Weren't Here - (Modern Plays) by Katie Redford (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

You didn't come for a weekend in Scarborough to watch Homes Under The Hammer.

After all those extra shifts, all Lorna wants is a night out on the town and time to reconnect with her daughter. All 16-year-old Mila wants is for the world to stop burning. And for someone to take down that 'Beach Body Ready' poster. Please. As mum and daughter check into their 'premium' room where they can almost see the sea, they quickly discover that their favourite seaside town, which was once their annual sunny escape, could really use some attention - just like their relationship.

Katie Redford's Wish You Weren't Here is a hilarious and heart-warming exploration of family relationships, the agony of growing up, and how to find your way in the world when you can't help thinking you're just not good enough.

This edition was published to coincide with Theatre Centre's UK tour in January 2024.

About the Author

Katie Redford is a BAFTA Rocliffe TV Comedy Winner. She was on the BBC Comedy Writersroom and Soho Theatre Writers Lab. She is currently listed on the BBC New Talent Hot List. Her short film 'GHOSTED' starring Alison Steadman, which she co-wrote, produced & performed in, was supported by BFI Network and Film Hub Midlands. Her debut audio drama 'YELLOW LIPS' aired on BBC Radio 4 in 2021, which she also plays the lead in and was nominated for The Imison Award. Her debut stage play TAPPED went into production at Theatre503 in 2022 and went on a UK regional tour in 2023. Katie received an Offie nomination for Most Promising New Playwright. She is currently a writer in residence with Theatre Centre and has projects for TV, stage and radio in commissioned development.