The Kudzu Queen (play)

The Kudzu Queen is a 2016 play written by Gwenyfar Rohler. It is an adaptation of Wiley Cash's short story "Grenadine".[1] It was directed by Beth Swindell.[2] The play was staged by TheatreNOW as part of a way to support local North Carolina authors.[3][4]

Plot summary

The play takes place partly in 1942, when Grenadine Purdy wins the Kudzu Queen pageant to promote the introduction of kudzu. The other part of the play takes place in 1968 when the Purdy family has built up a profitable kudzu business.

References

  1. ↑ John Staton StarNews Staff. "Theater review - Thoughtful 'Kudzu Queen' looks at family relations and snake-oil salesman". Wilmington Star-News. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
  2. ↑ Callahan, Bridget. "Literary 'Kudzu,' a 'Greedy' town, 'A Few Good Men' and a comedic 'May Day'". Wilmington Star-News. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
  3. ↑ Setzler, Heather (2016-05-12). "Southern author's story grows into something more". WECT. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
  4. ↑ "Wiley Cash Story "Grenadine" Onstage As "Kudzu Queen"". WHQR. Retrieved 2025-05-17.
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