Going for Gold by Lisa Lintott (paperback)
£10.99
Inspired by the true story of Frankie Lucas, a young black boxer navigating the vibrant yet challenging world of 1970s London.
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Going for Gold by Lisa Lintott
A riveting drama inspired by the true story of Frankie Lucas, a young black boxer navigating the vibrant yet challenging world of 1970s London.
Frankie Lucas wins the National ABA middleweight title twice but, when his path to representing England at the Olympic and Commonwealth Games is blocked, Frankie turns to his roots, competing for the island of St. Vincent. Confronting the intricate politics of boxing, the weight of his ambitions and the pressing needs of his family, Frankie’s spirit is tested to the limit leading him to a triumph that redefines both his career and his legacy.
Going for Gold by Lisa Lintott explores the profound questions of what we fight for and what we hold onto, inviting audiences to reflect on the meaning of home, the bonds of family, the enduring spirit of perseverance and what we leave behind.
**Content warning – this play deals with themes of racism and other forms of discrimination**
★★★★★ ‘Going for Gold will take you back to a forgotten time in boxing and introduce you to the greatest fighter you never heard of – it is some journey’
The Independent★★★★★‘The impact of a first round KO’
The Sun
CASTING:
5 actors (1 female, 4 male)
RUNNING TIME:
2 hours & 10 minutes (with interval)
Going for Gold is playing at London’s Park Theatre from 6th-12th November.
Buy tickets here.
Playwright Lisa Lintott talks to Salamander Street about her play and writing process.
Details
| Dimensions | 198 × 129 cm |
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| Format | paperback |
| Extent | 112 |
| ISBN | 9781068696275 |
| Publication date | 6 November 2024 |
