Zawe Ashton

Author

Zawe Ashton is a British actress, playwright and author who has starred in productions across stage, television and film. She is known for her roles in the TV series Fresh Meat and Not Safe for Work, and her acclaimed one-woman play For All the Women Who Thought They Were Mad. She has also appeared in major film roles including in The... Marvels. Character Breakdown is her memoir in essays, exploring identity, race, creativity and the experience of being a Black British woman in the arts. Ashton writes with intelligence, wit and a distinctive voice that moves between vulnerability and fierce confidence. Her audiobooks and books are engaging listening for anyone interested in acting, identity and the realities of creative life in contemporary Britain. Read more Show less