The Morning Star (play)

The Morning Star is a 1942 play written by Emlyn Williams. It depicts a Welsh mining family, the Glynns, and their experiences across three decades, from the early 1900s through the Second World War. The play is notable for its realistic portrayal of working-class life in a Welsh mining community and its exploration of themes such as love, loss, faith, and the impact of historical events on ordinary people. The central character is Bronwen Glynn, whose life and relationships form the core of the narrative. "The Morning Star" (Seren Gomer in Welsh) is the name of a coal mine in the village and symbolizes both hope and the harsh realities of industrial labor. The play was first produced in London's West End during the war years and has since been revived numerous times.