Leading Lady
by James Reach
Synopsis
Norma Temple, glamorous New York star, returns for a last look at the stage of the Regal Theatre, scene of her greatest triumphs, which is about to be torn down.
There is a prologue, in which Norma is prompted by a budding young actress to reminisce about her appearances at the Regal.
Then, in the play proper, we follow Norma in her pursuit of a theatrical career.
Brilliant as an actress and in theatrical judgment, Norma's love life was not successful.
Always in the background is Lanny Scott, her director; and their sometimes tempestuous relationship is a highlight.
In an epilogue, we discover Norma has finally married and found happiness.
Characters
| Character |
|---|
Norma Temple A star. |
Marie Downs A personal maid. |
Sue Haller An interviewer. |
Herb Mcintire A stage manager. |
Lanny Scott A director. |
Beverly Rodgers A playwright. |
Conrad Marlowe An actor. |
Esther Pearson A star. |
Jack Winston A would-be actor. |
Flo Fletcher A faded actress. |
Judith Blaine A young actress. |
Armando De Cortez A leading man. |
Tom A watchman. |
Publication
Leading Lady is a comedy play written by James Reach and published by Samuel French.
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