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Tone Clusters

Short Play, Drama  /  1f, 1m

Winner! The Actors Theatre of Louisville Heideman Award

Frank and Emily are a nice couple with a house in a nice neighborhood. Why are they under so much strain? Published with The Eclipse in In Darkest America.

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1f, 1m
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult

Details

Summary
Frank and Emily are a nice couple with a house in a nice neighborhood. Why are they under so much strain? They are interviewed by an unseen interrogator and their story emerges: the body of a 14 year old girl was found in their basement and their son is charged with the murder. Do they share in the guilt? Could we find ourselves in their situation?
  • Time Period Contemporary
  • Cautions
    • Mild Adult Themes

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: £30 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

Authors

Joyce Carol  Oates

Joyce Carol Oates

Joyce Carol Oates grew up in the countryside outside of Lockport, New York, where she attended a one-room schoolhouse in the elementary grades. As a small child, she told stories instinctively by way of drawing and painting before learning how to write. After receiving the gi ...

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