A Nervous Smile
by John Belluso

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45 mins Unit Set/Multiple Settings American

Synopsis

THE STORY: A wealthy New York couple, strained to the breaking point by caring for their severely disabled daughter, Emily, weigh their own happiness against that of their child--with shocking consequences.

Emily's lyrical poetry, the bitter volleys

Press Reviews

"Provocative…meaty topics of immediate political and social currency…honest funny and compassionate.” —The New York Times. ”Belluso's dialogue is most compelling…because of his perspective, his empathy and obvious skill, Belluso's is a name to remember.“ —San Diego Union-Tribune. ”Belluso understands that it's not necessary to grapple directly with the headlines to comment on our greed-driven society.“ —Village Voice. ”Belluso's play at Actors Theatre of Louisville brings a fresh, honest perspective and a surprising amount of humor to the emotionally difficult subject."

— Louisville Courier-Journal

Publication

Year 2007
Binding Paperback
Pages 72
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822220954
ISBN-10 0822220954
LCCN 2007541898
LCC MLCS 2008/43110 (P)

A Nervous Smile is a American play written by John Belluso and published by Dramatists Play Service (2007).

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