Chesapeake
by Lee Blessing
What readers are saying
Readers describe the play as a captivating one-man show with an excellent script that resonates well with audiences. Many express enthusiasm for its engaging nature and recommend attending a performance if possible. Some viewers appreciate its unconventional style, even if they find it perplexing at times.
Synopsis
THE STORY: When conservative candidate Therm Pooley's criticism of Kerr's government-sponsored performance art lands him a Senate seat, Kerr seeks revenge.
The centerpiece of Pooley's political career is his labrador retriever, Lucky, whose tricks
Press Reviews
"Many surprises are in store for the audience, including, most refreshingly, a political story that can be appreciated by all viewers, no matter what their party affiliation…[Blessing's] very humorous and quirky tale [makes] us grateful for support for the arts and for the people who care enough to write about it.” —Talkin' Broadway. “…the play really takes flight…a play with enough surprises to delight and amuse.” —Arts Beat LA. “…funny and incisive…"
— CurtainUp
Publication
Chesapeake is a American comedy play written by Lee Blessing and published by Dramatists Play Service in New York (2000).
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Dramatists Play Service · 2000 · 72 pp
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Restrictions: Major Markets Plus (US) / Standard Plus Add'l Postcodes (UK)
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