One way pendulum: A farce in a new dimension

by N.F. Simpson

Each of the Groomkirbys has an idee fixe. Kirby is teaching his speak-your-weight machines the "Hallelujah Chorus"; his mother pays the neighbour to eat their left-overs; his aunt in her wheelchair is convinced she's touring the Hebrides; his father is building the Old Bailey in the living-room. When this is complete the judge and jury move in with some bizarre results...4 women, 10 men

Genres: Plays

93 pages, Unknown Binding

First published June 1, 1960

About the author

Norman Frederick Simpson was an English playwright closely associated with the Theatre of the Absurd. His first play A Resounding Tinkle (1957) was produced at the Royal Court Theatre and many of his most famous plays, including The Hole (1958), One Way Pendulum (1959) and The Cresta Run (1964) were staged at the Royal Court. Simpson published several novels and wrote many sketches and comedy pieces for radio and television.

Reviews

[R.K. Cowles · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 1/4 stars