Enchanted April
by Matthew Barber, Elizabeth von Arnim

Name: Enchanted April
Brand: Matthew Barber
SKU: 9780822219750
Rating: 3.59 (129 reviews)

Broadway

Enchanted April Book Cover — Enchanted April Cover

Highlights

Medium Cast

Female

Male

120 mins1920sRole(s) for Senior Actor(s)Unit Set/Multiple SettingsPeriod CostumesComedy

Awards & Recognition

Outer Critics CircleTony Award

Winner! 2003 Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding New American Play Nominee: 2003 Tony Award for Best Play

What readers are saying

Readers generally find 'Enchanted April' to be a delightful and enchanting experience, praising its charming story and characters. Many appreciate the play's ability to translate the essence of the original novel into a relatable and engaging format. However, some note that the ending feels overly neat and tidy, which detracts from their overall enjoyment.

Charming and enchanting storyDelightful charactersWitty and beautifully writtenGreat for community theatreEnding feels too neatly tied up

Synopsis

Book by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth von Arnim

Press Reviews

"Enchanted April is as good as they come: a lush, thoroughly refreshing theatrical holiday. Escape has seldom seemed so sweet. A magical triumph."
— Los Angeles Times

"A comical, restorative journey of discovery… from darkness to light, from inhibition to unrestrained joy."
— Variety

"Enchanted April is that rarity: a play where every single element falls perfectly into place – a show that leaves you positively glowing."
— NYTheatre

"The kind of play that reminds you of why you love theatre."
— Hartford News

Characters

Character	Gender	Age	Description
Mellersh Wilton 32, her husband, a solicitor	female	—	32, her husband, a solicitor
Rose Arnott 40, a Hampstead housewife	—	—	40, a Hampstead housewife
Frederick Arnott 45, her husband, a writer	female	—	45, her husband, a writer
Caroline Bramble 25, a socialite	—	—	25, a socialite
Antony Wilding 25, an artist	—	—	25, an artist
Mrs. Graves 70s, a London matron	—	70s	70s, a London matron
Costanza 60s, an Italian housekeeper	—	60s	60s, an Italian housekeeper
Lotty Wilton 30, a Hampstead housewife	—	—	30, a Hampstead housewife