The James Plays

Synopsis

Rona Munro's Vividly Imagined Trilogy Brings To Life Three Generations Of Stewart Kings Who Ruled Scotland In The Tumultuous Fifteenth Century. James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock Explores The Complex Character Of The Colourful Stewart King - Poet, Lover And Law-maker. James Ii: Day Of The Innocents Depicts A Violent Royal Playground From The Perspective Of The Child King And His Contemporaries, In A Terrifying Arena Of Sharp Teeth And Long Knives. James Iii: The True Mirror, Like The King Himself, Is Colourful And Unpredictable, Turning Its Attention To The Women At The Heart Of The Royal Court. Each Play Stands Alone As A Unique Vision Of A Country Tussling With Its Past And Future; Viewed Together The Trilogy Creates A Complex And Compelling Narrative On Scottish Culture And Nationhood.--page 4 Of Cover. Introduction / Rona Munro -- Acknowledgements -- Original Production Details -- James I: The Key Will Keep The Lock -- James Ii: Day Of The Innocents -- James Iii: The True Mirror. Rona Munro.