Danny Fisher
Danny Fisher by Matthew Ryan, published by Currency Press on August 15, 2019, is a dramatic exploration set in Australia during 1942. The narrative follows fourteen-year-old Danny Fisher as he navigates the challenges of adolescence against the backdrop of a nation facing the threat of invasion. After the tragic loss of his brother Frank in the bombing of Darwin, Danny’s family is left in disarray, and he must confront both the external dangers of war and the internal struggles of growing up.
In this edition, readers will find a poignant blend of emotional depth and humor as Danny, with the help of his outspoken friend Patty, encounters an American serviceman who resembles his late brother. This connection leads Danny to devise a risky plan to prove his worth amidst the chaos of his life. Danny Fisher captures the essence of childhood and the impact of historical events on personal growth, making it a significant piece within the realm of Australian drama. With 90 pages of engaging content, this work reflects on loss, resilience, and the complexities of youth during turbulent times.
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Danny Fisherwas previously published as Brisbane.
The air is thick and wet and the sun burns your skin like it hates your guts … It’s 1942 and I’m fourteen, which means I face two obstacles on a daily basis. One: Entire countries that want to kill me. And two: The Cricket Boys on Mulvany Street.
Danny Fisher is coming of age at a time when Australia faces the threat of invasion. When his beloved brother Frank is killed in the bombing of Darwin, Danny’s family is ripped apart. Ignored by grieving parents, the awkward Danny is left to fend for himself, and to try to fill the shoes left behind. Thrust headlong into the threat of war and the hope of love, Danny, like his city, is growing up fast.
Aided by his potty-mouthed best-friend Patty, Danny meets an American serviceman identical to Danny’s lost brother. But when the American begins teaching him how to fly, Danny comes up with a dangerous plan to prove his own worth.
Ripe with emotional resonance and heart-breaking comedy, Danny Fisheris a celebration of a childhood and a city–and a requiem for all that was lost.
‘Ryan’s script is rich, textured and very funny at times. This is a winner.’– The Courier Mail
‘A testament to just how vital and engaging even historical theatre can be … A surprisingly riveting, insightful and accessible self-portrait of some of the city’s most turbulent days.’–The Creative Issue
‘[Danny Fisher] triumphs … Within the nooks and crannies of our history lurk the most absorbing of theatre tales.’–Blue Curtain
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