Moon on a Rainbow Shawl

Moon on a Rainbow Shawl
Poster of original production
Written byErrol John
Characters
  • Ephraim
  • Rosa
  • Sophia Adams
  • Esther Adams
  • Charlie Adams
  • Mavis
  • Prince
  • Old Mack
  • Janette
  • Young Murray
  • Policeman
  • Sailor
  • Soldier
  • Ketch
  • (Ice Man)
  • (Fish Woman)
Date premieredDecember 4, 1958 (1958-12-04)
Place premieredRoyal Court Theatre London
Original languageEnglish
GenreTragedy
SettingPort of Spain, Trinidad

Moon on a Rainbow Shawl is a 1957 play written by Trinidadian actor-playwright Errol John. Described as "ground-breaking" and "a breakthrough in Britain for black writing," the play has been produced and revived worldwide since its premiere at London's Royal Court Theatre. It won the 1957 London Observer playwriting competition.

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