The Loquat Tree
1961 play by Barbara Vernon
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The Loquat Tree is a 1961 Australian radio play by Barbara Vernon. The original production starred Moral Powell and Delia Williams.[2]
Genredrama play
Running time60 mins
Country of originAustralia
LanguageEnglish
| Genre | drama play |
|---|---|
| Running time | 60 mins |
| Country of origin | Australia |
| Language | English |
| Syndicates | ABC |
| Written by | Barbara Vernon |
| Original release | November 12, 1961[1] |
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
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.
