Liz Lochhead
Scottish poet and playwright
Born
December 26th, 1947
77 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Scotland
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A poet and playwright from Scotland, recognized for contributions to contemporary Scottish literature. Early works during the 1970s captured the essence of Scottish identity and culture. Lochhead gained prominence with plays such as 'Mary Queen of Scots Got Her Head Chopped Off,' which explored historical figures with wit and depth. The poetry collection 'The Colour of Black' showcases the use of Scottish vernacular and personal themes, earning critical acclaim. Over the years, Lochhead's work has been integral in promoting Scottish voices and narratives in literature. Active in academia, she has also influenced future generations of writers.
Wrote 'Mary Queen of Scots Got Her Head Chopped Off'
Published the poetry collection 'The Colour of Black'
Served as Poet Laureate of Glasgow
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