A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS By Ursula Rani Sarma Based on the book by Khaled Hosseini Khaled Hosseini’s book has been adapted by Ursula Rani Sarma and is directed by Artistic Director, Roxana Silbert, her last as Artistic Director of Birmingham Repertory Theatre. A Thousand Splendid Suns, Khaled Hosseini’s spiritual sequel to The Kite Runner had its European première at Birmingham Repertory Theatre and is on its way to Northern Stage at the end of this month. The cast features Waleed Akhtar (Salmon Fishing in the Yemen/ Lasse Hallström; What Shadows / Birmingham Repertory Theatre and The Kite Runner/Nottingham Playhouse & Liverpool Pal Aron (Behind the Beautiful Forevers/National Theatre; Stella/ Sky One); Sujaya Dasgupta (Death of a Salesman/Royal & Derngate, Press/BBC); Munir Khairdin (Whitechapel/ITV); Naveed Khan (Tamburlaine and Tartuffe /RSC); Mollie Lambert (The White Devil/Shakespeare’s Globe); Shala Nyx (Miss Prue/Bristol Old Vic; The Shadow Factory/Nuffield Southampton Theatres) and Lisa Zahra (The Kite Runner/Wyndham’s) and Amina Zia (Tartuffe/RSC). Khaled Hosseini’s international best-selling novel is the powerful story of three generations of women discovering strength in unity and finding hope in the unlikeliest of places. Set in 1992 in an Afghanistan ravaged by war, an orphaned Laila is left alone in an increasingly threatening world. Her older neighbour Rasheed is quick to open his home and takes Laila as his second wife. Everyman); Rasheed’s first wife Mariam has no choice but to accept her younger, and now pregnant, rival. As the Taliban take over, life for all of them becomes a desperate struggle against starvation, brutality and fear, and the two women find themselves unlikely allies. In A Thousand Splendid Suns, love grows and sustains the human spirit even during the hardest of times. Roxana Silbert directs A Thousand Splendid Suns, her final show as Artistic Director of Birmingham Repertory Theatre. She said: “In Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns we are given a rare glimpse into 30 years of contemporary Afghan history and thanks to Ursula Rani Sarma’s emotionally stirring adaptation audiences will be able to bear witness to the extraordinary story of two radiant women who struggle to survive the terrifying political situation they find themselves in. I can’t wait to bring this inspiring and enlightening story to the stage.” Playwright Ursula Rani Sarma said: “This play is about the immense strength and endurance of women and how they can survive tremendous suffering to keep those they love alive. It is also about how even in the darkest of times and places, love can grow and sustain the human spirit beyond all pain and hard-ship. It’s about friendship and loyalty, courage and selflessness, grief and violence. What the play has to say about love, endurance, and survival is very much worth listening to for a contemporary audience. There is beauty and strength at the heart of A Thousand Splendid Suns, and I feel so proud to be part of its evolution from novel to stage.” Ursula Rani Sarma is a scriptwriter for stage and screen. Her previous credits include Delicious (Sky), the award-winning film Anywhere But Here, Yerma (West Yorkshire Playhouse) and The Dark Things (Traverse Theatre). Khaled Hosseini is one of the most widely read and beloved novelists in the world, with over 38 million copies of his books sold in more than seventy countries. The Kite Runner was a major film and was a Book of the Decade, chosen by The Times, Daily Telegraph and Guardian. A Thousand Splendid Suns was the Richard & Judy Best Read of the Year in 2008. Hosseini is currently a Goodwill Envoy to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the UN Refugee Agency and the founder of The Khaled Hosseini Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation which provides humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan. He was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, and lives in northern California. A Thousand Splendid Suns has set and costume designs by Ana Inés Jabares-Pita, lighting design by Simon Bond, composition by Mahmood Kamen, sound design and co-composition by Dave Price with Ben Hart as magic consultant. Tickets and Information: 0191 230 5151 Book online: northernstage.co.uk Images: Pamela Raith
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Capturing the essence of a Scottish summer, this exquisite print transports viewers to the enchanting rural landscapes of Glenlivet, Moray. The artwork exudes the warmth of the season, depicting a golden-hued countryside under a majestic sky. Swathes of amber and ochre fields stretch across the canvas, punctuated by the soft purples and blues of wildflowers that dance in the breeze. A collection of verdant, robust trees anchors the middle ground, with one particularly splendid specimen commanding attention with its expansive canopy. Further in the distance, a modest whitewashed cottage sits nestled among the rolling greenery, a silent testament to the timeless allure of the Scottish highlands. The sky is a dramatic and integral part of this impressionistic journey, boasting billowing clouds that pile high into the firmament. These cloud formations are a play of light and shadow, with a harmonising palette of blues, whites, and subtle greys that evoke a sense of peaceful movement overhead. Embracing the distinctive brushstrokes and colour play characteristic of Impressionism, this print delivers a visual feast that revels in the sensations of summer. The nuanced application of paint suggests both the fleeting qualities of light and the vibrant, enduring spirit of Scotland's natural beauty. Each viewing promises a moment of escape to the serene and undulating highlands, inviting contemplation and a deep appreciation for the landscape's rustic charm.
One of the great Japanese woodblock artists, Hiroshi Yoshida (1876-1950) was especially noted for his exquisitely detailed, evocative prints of landscapes around the world. His work is beautiful, subtle and often atmospheric, displaying a real mastery of his technique, which allowed him to capture the subtleties of light and form. Yoshida often reused the same woodblocks, varying the colours and saturation to suggest alternate moods of the same scene – a different time of day, or even different weather conditions. Initially trained as a painter (of some renown), Yoshida began working with woodblocks in the early 1920s, and after a meeting with the owner of the Watanabe Print Store in Tokyo he had his first series of prints published. The woodblock technique is notoriously time-consuming and difficult, but Yoshida seemed able to capture the most delicate graduations of colour and the tiniest details in a temple façade or mountain face. Yoshida was a keen traveller and visited numerous countries from the early 1900s onwards - his cosmopolitan attitude is reflected in the landscapes and studies he created in countries like India and America. The traditional Japanese techniques in his work applied to a changing foreign world at the beginning of the 20th Century make for some fascinating, unexpected images, which sit comfortably alongside his more elegiac landscapes. Whilst the world has changed almost immeasurably in the 50 or so years since Yoshida died, when viewed today, well-kept examples of his woodblocks still have a real vibrancy and warmth to them. Yoshida died in 1950 but his two sons Toshi and Hodaka both became respected woodblock artists in their own right, carrying on the family tradtion. In fact, since the mid-1800s the same Yoshida family - Hiroshi's forebears - has produced eight artists of serious renown – a veritable woodblock dynasty. Boat in dry dock, Kinoe Grand Canyon (Bright Variant), 1925 The Cherry Tree In Kawagoe, 1935 Obatan Parrot II, 1926 Yarigate, date unknown Yomei Gate, 1937 Taj Mahal, 1931 Taj Mahal, Night, 1931 Snake Charmers, 1932 Sketch of a Tiger, 1926 Kinkaku, 1933 Kameido Bridge, 1927 Iris Garden In Horikiri, 1928 Obatan Parrot, 1926 Icho In Autumn, 1926 Udaipur 1931 Early Morning, Fujiyama, 1928 Elephant, 1931 Eboshidake, 1926 Cryptomeria Avenue, 1937 Climbing Snow Valley, 1926 Cave Temple In Ellora, 1932 Breithorn, date unknown Avenue Of Cherry Trees, 1935 Konoshima, 1935 All images © Estate of Hiroshi Yoshida
Botanical Nomenclature: Ceiba speciosa, Chorisia speciosa Common name: Kapok tree, Bottle tree Family: Malvaceae Port: Height 3 m maximum in pot, 10/12 m in soft outdoors. Flowers: Splendid pink and white flowers. This original and highly exotic tree is ideal for quickly creating a tropical effect among your plants. He will not fail to attract comments with his green trunk with large round spines and beautiful white and pink flowers covering almost bare branches. A tree with many advantages whose decorative use is its main interest. Ceiba speciosa (formerly Chorisia speciosa), also known as a tree-bottle, is able to grow in a temperate zone during mild winters. In the region of Bormes-les-Mimosas, some beautiful subjects flourish in nature. An adult tree is indeed able to withstand gels of the order of -5 ° C, even if the foliage is damaged from -1 ° C. In its natural habitat, it easily reaches a height of 30 m, but in culture it will have a dwarfed port due to the diameter of its pot, limiting its growth to plus or minus 3 m. In open ground, in mild climate, it can reach 10 to 12 m. It is a semi-evergreen deciduous foliage, fast growing and slender at first, then slower when it becomes massive. Considered a succulent, long classified in the family of baobabs (Bombaceae), it is now part of the family of Malvaceae as hibiscus. Its pale green leaves, alternate and webbed, are composed of 5 to 7 lanceolate leaflets, slightly toothed, 10 to 12 cm long petiolate. The solitary flowers measure about ten centimeters in diameter. They have 5 stellate petals on a staminal tube long style, are pink to red with a white heart stained brown in the center. They grow in the axils of the leaves in early spring. The fruits, inedible, are pear-shaped green, pendulous, similar to avocados. They measure 20 cm long. As it matures, the inside of the fruit is surrounded by a brown envelope containing the seeds protected by white silky fibers, as for baobab seeds. This tree likes all types of deep and well-drained soil, rather acidic and humus. A very bright exposure is essential if it is grown indoors. In the open ground, be careful to reserve for him a place as pleasant as possible, without wind and sheltered from the cold.
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Capturing the transient beauty of Glencoe's landscape beneath a tumultuous sky, this evocative print conjures a scene of raw emotion and natural splendor. The sky, a canvas within a canvas, is ablaze with the fiery hues of sunset, with broad strokes of orange, vermilion, and gold clashing and blending with the cool purples and blues that hint at the approaching evening. Below this passionate display, the majesty of Glencoe unfolds. Dark, imposing mountain silhouettes are etched against the vibrant sky, their jagged edges softened by the expressive application of pigment. The mountains cradle the valley, where a serene river mirrors the sky's spectacle, its surface fragmented into shimmering reflections by the gentle ripples. The foreground is rich with the textured layers typical of expressionist work. Bold dashes of colour suggest the rugged terrain, with every stroke contributing to an overall impression of a landscape that is both enduring and ever-changing. This print invites viewers to lose themselves in the moment, to feel the cool breeze of the Highlands and the warmth of the setting sun. It is a statement piece, perfect for anyone who cherishes the wild, untamed beauty of Scotland's vistas and the emotive power of expressionist art. Each glance promises a new discovery, a new feeling, making it a treasured addition to any space.
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Capture the serene beauty of a Scottish summer with this enchanting print, showcasing the breathtaking scenery of Glen Lochay, Perthshire. The artwork is a splendid example of Impressionist style, where dappled brushstrokes and a vibrant palette come together to depict a landscape alive with the glow of the season. The eye is first drawn to the tranquil waters, a mirror reflecting the endless dance between sky and land. Hues of azure, indigo, and hints of lilac blend harmoniously on the water's surface, a testament to the rippling movement beneath the sun's gentle warmth. The majestic mountains, cloaked in a tapestry of emerald and moss, rise in the distance—a stoic backdrop to the pastoral symphony of colours. Verdant greenery flourishes throughout the scene, from the soft, sun-kissed grassland to the cluster of full, rounded trees standing proudly at the water’s edge. Each leafy canopy is a burst of life against the open skies, which themselves are a masterpiece of soft blues and warm yellows, interspersed with the soft whites of peacefully drifting clouds. This lyrical landscape invites viewers to lose themselves in a moment of pure, undisturbed nature, unspoiled and exquisitely rendered. The textured strokes give each element a tactile feel, inviting one to reach out and touch the plush foliage or ripple the cool, reflecting waters with a fingertip. Celebrate the enchanting Scottish summertime with this exquisite print, a timeless addition to any space that longs for a touch of artistry and the romance of nature's finest displays.
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