In Coral Wylie's debut play Lavender, Hyacinth, Violet, Yew, themes of grief, identity, and connection unfold through the character of Pip, a non-binary teenager grappling with their identity while processing the loss of a family figure, Duncan. Set two decades post-Duncan's death from AIDS, the narrative reflects on how grief can paralyze those left behind. As Pip engages with Duncan's diaries, they seek understanding and connection with their parents and the past. Wylie's work blends humor and profound sadness, showcasing the journey of growth emerging from death and loss.
Everything is born from something dying, notes Duncan during a particularly tear-jerking moment of Lavender, Hyacinth, Violet, Yew, the stunning debut play from non-binary writer Coral Wylie.
Flowers can grow from where others have died, but humans too, can grow and blossom in unexpected ways in the aftermath of loss.
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