The Loquat Tree
| Genre | drama play |
|---|---|
| Running time | 60 mins |
| Country of origin | Australia |
| Language(s) | English |
| Syndicates | ABC |
| Written by | Barbara Vernon |
| Original release | November 12, 1961[1] |
The Loquat Tree is a 1961 Australian radio play by Barbara Vernon. The original production starred Moral Powell and Delia Williams.[2]
The play was popular and was produced again in 1962,[3] 1965 and 1970.[4]
It was produced by the BBC in 1964, which was rare for Australian plays.[5]
Premise[edit]
Jim Emerson, an older farmer, sees his land cut up for soldier settler blocks. He is upset when an inspector orders him to cut down a loquat tree that has been on his property for generations.
References[edit]
- ^ "Advertising". The Canberra Times. Vol. 36, no. 10, 068. Australian Capital Territory, Australia. 11 November 1961. p. 19. Retrieved 9 October 2023 – via National Library of Australia.
- ^ "Loquat Tree: Last Straw in Soldiers Blocks Issue". The Age. 9 November 1961. p. 29.
- ^ "Australian Broadcasting Commission 2CY 2CN". The Canberra Times. Vol. 36, no. 10, 134. Australian Capital Territory, Australia. 27 January 1962. p. 17. Retrieved 9 October 2023 – via National Library of Australia.
- ^ "The Last Straw". The Age. 26 June 1970. p. 10.
- ^ The Loquat Tree at Genome
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