Rufus Norris on directing and adapting 'Small Island'

Norris explains how the production coincided with the Windrush scandal and helped highlight its story. Norris emphasises the importance of direct address in creating a connection between the characters and the audience. Norris says focusing on three characters strengthened the metaphor of Jamaica and the UK as two connected islands. Norris explains the challenge of producing the play during the significant events of 2019 to 2022. Norris suggests that the play is hopeful because there is “love”, but it remains realistic.