Welkin (NHB Modern Plays)

Discover the gripping narrative of Welkin, a powerful new play by the acclaimed playwright Lucy Kirkwood, known for her award-winning works like Chimerica and The Children. Published by Nick Hern Books in 2020, this paperback edition spans 96 pages and immerses you in a dramatic tale set in rural Suffolk in 1759.

The story revolves around Sally Poppy, a woman facing execution for a shocking murder. When she asserts that she is pregnant, a jury of 12 matrons must grapple with the weighty decision of whether her claim is genuine or a desperate ploy to evade the gallows. Kirkwood masterfully weaves themes of truth, justice, and the complexity of women's experiences, making Welkin a must-read for theatre enthusiasts and anyone intrigued by historical drama.