The Voice of the Prairie
by John Olive
What readers are saying
Readers love the charming story and engaging music of the play. Many appreciate the nostalgic themes surrounding radio's early days and find it both funny and heartfelt. Overall, the production leaves a lasting impression on audiences.
Synopsis
As the play begins, an old hobo named Poppy by his avid companion, young Davey Quinn, is telling a tall tale.
It is the early 1890s and itinerant story tellers like Poppy are the voices of the prairie.
Years later, Davey is discovered by a radio entrepreneur while he is telling stories about Poppy and Frankie, a blind girl he rescued from a cruel father.
Quinn becomes famous on radio as the Voice of the Prairie.
Frankie reenters his life and the FCC threatens them all for broadcasting without a license.
Press Reviews
"Endearing."
— The New York Times
"A skillful play with a deft heart."
— The Los Angeles Times
"First rate entertainment."
— Torrington Register Citizen
Publication
The Voice of the Prairie is a comedy play written by John Olive and published by Samuel French (1989).
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