Brokeback Mountain
Brokeback Mountain by Annie Proulx, published by Nick Hern Books on May 25, 2023, is a poignant stage adaptation that captures the essence of a hidden love story. Set in Wyoming in 1963, the narrative follows ranch hands Ennis and Jack as they navigate their complex relationship while working on the isolated Brokeback Mountain. This edition presents a fresh interpretation of Proulx’s original short story, exploring themes of companionship and the emotional weight of love over two decades.
Readers will find a compelling portrayal of the characters’ struggles and the harsh realities of their environment. The adaptation, crafted by Ashley Robinson and featuring songs by Dan Gillespie Sells, brings a new dimension to the story, highlighting the emotional depth and tragic consequences of their bond. With a page count of 64, this edition invites readers to engage with the dramatic elements and the rich emotional landscape that defines this enduring tale.
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‘I been lookin at people on the street. This happen a other people? What the hell do they do?’
Wyoming, 1963. A wild, unforgiving land where people live simple, unforgiving lives.
When ranch hands Ennis and Jack take seasonal jobs on the isolated Brokeback Mountain, they find companionship in each other. And then they find something more.
Brokeback Mountain tells the heartbreaking tale of an irresistible and hidden love spanning twenty years, and its tragic consequences. Based on a short story by Annie Proulx, this stage adaptation by Ashley Robinson, with songs by Dan Gillespie Sells, opened at @sohoplace in London’s West End in 2023. It was directed by Jonathan Butterell, and featured Mike Faist and Lucas Hedges as Jack and Ennis, with Eddi Reader performing the songs.
As Annie Proulx said of the adaptation, ‘Brokeback Mountain has been recreated in several different forms, each with its own distinctive moods and impact. Ashley’s script is fresh and deeply moving, opening sight lines not visible in the original nor successive treatments.’
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