Mavis Goes To Timor

Title: Mavis Goes To Timor
Author: Thompson, Katherine
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Stung into action by the suffering of the East Timorese, an 86-year-old retired haberdasher from regional Victoria decides that she can make a difference. Along with her daughter, Mavis takes her sewing machines to Timor and sets in motion her practical contribution. Twenty-three sewing centres later, more than 119 tonnes of donated household goods have made their way from Mavis's place in Yarrawonga to the newly independent nation of Timor, and the sewing co-operatives continue today. Based on a true story.

Education Resource Notes for this play are available from the Malthouse Theatre. The notes include interviews with key artists, playwrights and directors plus activities and questions for discussion and analysis. For more information go to malthousetheatre.com.au.

Cast : 3F

Publisher: Currency Press Pty Ltd
Publication date: 01/01/2003
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780868197029
Publishing status: AU Dropshipping