A play about the struggle between a strong mother and her loving daughter. Esme is a well-known actress at a time when the West End is ceasing to offer a regular way of life. The visit of her daughter with a new boyfriend sets in train a series of events...
A young lawyer's involvement in her first case leads her through the criminal justice system, which is cracking at the seams. The text of this play was extensively revised by the author for the National Theatre's revival of the play and performance...