A SAMUEL FRENCH, LTD. TITLE
The Local Authority
Full-Length Play, Drama / 5f, 13m
Eduardo De Filippo, Carlo Ardito
The Local Authority
by Eduardo de Filippo
Translated by Carlo Ardito
Antonio Barancano acts as the arbitrator in local disputes, but interference in a certain quarrel is resented and he is fatally wounded. His last hours are spent covering up the cause of his death so that his sons will not seek to avenge him.
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Cast Size
5f, 13m -
Target Audience
Adult
Details
Summary
Antonio Barancano acts as the arbitrator in local disputes, but interference in a certain quarrel is resented and he is fatally wounded. His last hours are spent covering up the cause of his death so that his sons will not seek to avenge him. However, his assisant, Dr Fabio, feels that for once he must tell the truth, even if a blood-feud which will last for generations is the result.
Cast Attributes
Keywords
- Time Period Contemporary
- Setting A living-room and a dining-room
- Cautions
- Intense Adult Themes
Licensing & Materials
- Minimum Fee: £70 per performance plus VAT when applicable.
Authors
Eduardo De Filippo