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Set in the enigmatic Yellow Orang-Utan Industries, the story unfolds as the beloved, computer-generated president, Piano Smedley, is found dead, leading to chaos within the corporation. Gertrude, the real president's assistant, grapples with her unexpected grief for a fictional figure while trying to manage the fallout. As the board steps in and a new fake president is introduced, interest in the company wanes. Amidst the turmoil, Gertrude befriends Wellington, a prototype android with uncanny stock market insights, complicating the already precarious situation.

Spies betray people. That's what we do. It becomes a - a habit. Difficult to break - even when it's not - not strictly necessary. Wormwood Scrubs Prison, London, 1961. One of Britain's most notorious double agents, George Blake, is serving a forty-two year sentence when he strikes up an unlikely friendship with Irish petty criminal, Sean Bourke. Both men are eccentric outsiders. Each sees in each other the possibility of escape and not just from prison. But once on the outside their mutual dependence faces mounting pressures from MI5, the KGB and indeed from themselves. Simon Gray's absorbing and deftly funny play explores how personal freedom is an illusion and how even friendship must have careful boundaries in a world where deception is a reflex response. Cell Mates premiered at the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford, in January 1995 before transferring to the Albery Theatre, London. The play was revived at the Hampstead Theatre, London, in November 2017.

Culturally significant, this work has been carefully reproduced from the original artifact, preserving its authenticity. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its historical importance and the role it has played in the knowledge base of civilization. This dedication to maintaining the integrity of the original text makes it a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in historical literature.

Set against the backdrop of a literary magazine in Cambridge, the narrative explores the disillusionment of a group of smug, elitist friends as their ambitions crumble. Stuart, the magazine's editor, faces the harsh realities of pursuing excellence in an economically unviable world. As the magazine fails, the characters' lives diverge, revealing their varying fates. An ironic epilogue reflects on their youthful dreams, contrasting their hopeful beginnings with the stark outcomes of their aspirations. The play features one woman and five men.

The diary of playwright Simon Gray captures his journey through life at sixty-five, marked by a candid exploration of his experiences with cigarettes, alcohol, triumphs, and failures. This collection combines four parts of The Smoking Diaries, showcasing a blend of humor and deep introspection. Gray's sharp observations and poignant self-revelations provide a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of friendship, love, and the pursuit of personal truth, offering readers a profound reflection on life's unpredictable nature.

A light comedy about a group of educated, often eccentric English characters in an academic backwater in the early sixties. But though the jokes are excellent, the piece cuts deep. It creates a poignant sense of transience and mortality.

This anthology compiles the 2006 zine series, featuring a mix of flawed content and extensive name-dropping. It offers a glimpse into the quirks of its creator, supplemented with illustrations and a glossary for context. The collection highlights the eccentricities of the zine culture while providing a unique perspective on its themes and characters.

Set during a long, hot summer, the narrative follows a group of friends as they embark on various adventures. The story emphasizes the importance of friendship, support, and helping one another, highlighting the bonds formed within a nurturing family environment. As the characters navigate their summer escapades, themes of camaraderie and care for others are woven throughout their experiences.

'There are few things more enjoyable than reading the diaries of Simon Gray.' Craig Brown, Mail on Sunday Simon Gray's witty, painful, and acutely observed Early Diaries chronicle the highs and lows of bringing two of his plays to the stage.