The Shifting Heart

the universal theme of a persecuted minority is here applied to the sufferings of an Italian immigrant family settling in a resentful Melbourne suburb. What the critics say: "A study of the psychology of racism and its victims" - Oxford History of Australian Literature "this Australian play won a prize in the Observer Play Competition and it is easy to see why. For it is a strong play set in strong words; and strongly played, it leaves a strong imprint on the imagination." -the Observer "A piece of theatre which is exciting, funny and intensely moving." -Daily Herald "Has irresistible warmth and a compelling sincerity that makes it an experience not to be missed." -the Star "A back-porch view of an immigrant family trying to sink their racial pride in a hostile suburb." -Daily Mail "Something very near greatness." -Evening News
the universal theme of a persecuted minority is here applied to the sufferings of an Italian immigrant family settling in a resentful Melbourne suburb. What the critics say: "A study of the psychology of racism and its victims" - Oxford History of Australian Literature "this Australian play won a prize in the Observer Play Competition and it is easy to see why. For it is a strong play set in strong words; and strongly played, it leaves a strong imprint on the imagination." -the Observer "A piece of theatre which is exciting, funny and intensely moving." -Daily Herald "Has irresistible warmth and a compelling sincerity that makes it an experience not to be missed." -the Star "A back-porch view of an immigrant family trying to sink their racial pride in a hostile suburb." -Daily Mail "Something very near greatness." -Evening News