The Syringa Tree

The Syringa Tree is a deeply personal memory play of a childhood under apartheid. Written and often performed by Pamela Gien, and directed by Larry Moss, it has received excellent reviews in New York and across the USA as well as in London. Also very positively reviewed in Dublin, the play has received several awards.

Contents

• The syringa tree
• The seed theatre project presents the syringa tree
• References

Originally, the play was intended for one actress only, with no props besides a swing and one costume. However, it can also be performed with two or multiple actors.

It centers on the story of Elizabeth Grace, an English South African, and spans four generations.