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Timberlake Wertenbaker biography

Timberlake Wertenbaker is a playwright and translator known for her work in theatre for young people as well as adults. She was born in the United States and raised in the Basque Country in France. Wertenbaker has written plays for a range of audiences, including children and young adults, and her work often explores themes of identity, language, and society.

Wertenbaker’s plays have been produced by major theatre companies, including the Royal Court Theatre and the National Theatre in the UK. She has also written adaptations and translations, bringing classic and contemporary works to new audiences. Among her works for younger audiences is The Ash Girl, a play inspired by the Cinderella story, which was first produced in 2001. This play reimagines the traditional fairy tale, offering a fresh perspective for modern audiences.

In addition to her original plays, Wertenbaker has translated and adapted works by other writers, contributing to the accessibility of international theatre for English-speaking audiences. Her contributions to theatre have been recognised with several awards and nominations throughout her career.

One of her notable achievements is the production of The Ash Girl in 2001.