Rockaby
Synopsis
A one-woman play written by Samuel Beckett at the request of Daniel Labeille. The piece was produced by Labeille on behalf of the State University of New York's Programs in the Arts for a festival and symposium in commemoration of Beckett's 75th birthday (Wikipedia). A self-reflective drama of a figure, W, rocking "to and fro" in her dead mother's rocking chair wearing her mother's sequined funereal garment. With the aid of her pre-recorded voice, W recounts the different phases of a single memory in a bid to connect with "another creature like herself" before rocking herself into an eternal sleep.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Schneider
- Screenplay & Story
- Samuel Beckett
- Original Title
- Rockaby
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Schneider
Samuel Beckett
Daniel Labeille
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Schneider
Director
Samuel Beckett
Writer
Esther King
Costume Design
Daniel Labeille
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rockaby
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What is Rockaby about?
A one-woman play written by Samuel Beckett at the request of Daniel Labeille. The piece was produced by Labeille on behalf of the State University of New York's Programs in the Arts for a festival and symposium in commemoration of Beckett's 75th birthday (Wikipedia). A self-reflective drama of a figure, W, rocking "to and fro" in her dead mother's rocking chair wearing her mother's sequined funereal garment. With the aid of her pre-recorded voice, W recounts the different phases of a single memory in a bid to connect with "another creature like herself" before rocking herself into an eternal sleep.
Who directed Rockaby?
Rockaby was directed by Alan Schneider.
Who stars in Rockaby?
The principal cast of Rockaby includes Billie Whitelaw.
When was Rockaby released and how long is it?
Rockaby was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 57m.