Balcony Scene
by Donald Elser
Synopsis
This moving fantasy takes its mood from thoughts and words at the funeral of a ne'er do well.
The deceased defends his life and flails out at those he can no longer reach while the mourners' thoughts - brave, pathetic and petty, but honest - flow out.
The play unfolds in a blend of pathos, philosophy, and ironic humor.
Characters
| Character |
|---|
His Friend 60, dignified and deeply solemn |
A Mother 50, trying hard to remain young |
Her Daughter 23, overdressed and selfish |
A Wife 45, sour and domineering |
Her Husband 45, short, heavy, and suffering from illness |
A Gangster 40, large, loud-voiced and flashily dressed |
A Girl 21, pretty and appealing |
A Man 23 |
Publication
Balcony Scene is a American comedy play written by Donald Elser and published by Samuel French (2008).
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