On The Open Road
by Steve Tesich
What readers are saying
Readers find 'On The Open Road' to be a profound and impactful play that explores complex themes of humanity and relationships. Many appreciate its blend of humor with darker elements, praising its insightful dialogue and character development. While most reviews are glowing, a few note its similarities to other famous works, feeling it lacks some originality.
Synopsis
Set in a landscape stripped bare by civil war, two “independents” forge an alliance of convenience in order to buy their way into the land of the free, the one safe haven in an otherwise lawless landscape.
Hiding from marauding armies, they travel the country, gathering great art treasures from crumbling museums.
But with the border to freedom in sight, they're captured by forces from the new coalition government.
They can still buy their freedom – if they agree to do one little job for the new government.
Press Reviews
"Full of scathing wit...and pungent, deeply theatrical images."
— The New York Daily News
"Had me on the edge of my seat and on the edge of my mind."
— New York Magazine
Publication
On The Open Road is a American comedy play written by Steve Tesich and published by Applause Books in New York (1993).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle.
Community Reviews
No community reviews yet
Buy Play
Paperback
Samuel French · 1993 · 73 pp
Digital prices may vary by region and tax jurisdiction.
Performance Rights
Restrictions: Major Markets Only (US) / Standard Restriction (UK)
Apply for Rights
Similar Plays
Plays with similar themes, style, and content.
More from Steve Tesich
More plays from Steve Tesich that we think you'll enjoy.
