David Williamson's Play 'The Removalists'

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David Williamson’s play, ‘The Removalists’ serves as a microcosm of contemporary Australian society during 1970s. It explores the prevalence of social conditioning and the hierarchy of authority within the play’s cultural and historical setting. Williamson explores themes such as domestic violence, sexism and the abuse of power, all of which provide the audience with insight into deeper issues surrounding contemporary Australia. As the play unfolds, Williamson also reflects on the social and moral issues in society, placing emphasis on the negative attitude that stems within the values of society.

The overarching theme in ‘The Removalists” is the prevalence of domestic violence in the 1970s, as depicted through physical, verbal and psychological

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