Wild, bright-eyed and fiery: Musical unleashes the real Miles Franklin
The musical 'STELLA' highlights the life of Miles Franklin, an influential Australian author known for her novel 'My Brilliant Career'. Despite her fame, Franklin's life was filled with struggles as she navigated various jobs while pursuing her writing. The production aims to showcase her vibrant personality and significant contributions to literature and society.
- ▪Miles Franklin, under the pen name Stella, was a prominent figure in early 20th-century Australia.
- ▪She was connected to major literary and social movements, influencing writers like Patrick White and Peter Carey.
- ▪The musical 'STELLA' aims to reveal the complexities of Franklin's life beyond her famous novel.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Sydney Morning Herald.