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American Dreams (Frisch, Terkel)
Peter Frisch
The American Clock
by Arthur Miller
Highlights
Awards & Recognition
Olivier Award
What readers are saying
Readers have mixed feelings about this play, but most appreciate its exploration of the Great Depression and its relevance to current times. Many find the themes of capitalism and societal struggles resonant, while some critique the storytelling style and pacing. Overall, the play evokes strong reactions, both positive and negative, highlighting Arthur Miller's enduring impact.
Timely exploration of economic struggles Poignant themes of capitalism Relevant to current issues Some find the storytelling distracting Writing style feels unnatural
Synopsis
THE STORY: Subtitled a mural for the theatre, the play employs a series of vignettes and short scenes, with the actors portraying some fifty-two characters, to capture the sense and substance of America in the throes of the Great Depression.
The
Press Reviews
"After far too long an interlude, Arthur Miller is back in touch with his best subject, the failure of the American dream, and back on top of his talent."
— The New York Times
"…the same kind of intimate, inner-voice writing that made DEATH OF A SALESMAN a masterpiece."
— NY Post
"It's warm, funny, interesting…"
— Variety
Characters
| Character |
|---|
| Clarence, Isaac |
| Moe Baum |
| Rose Baum |
| Lee Baum |
| Grandpa |
| Fanny Margolies, Charleston Dancer |
| Sidney Margolies, Charleston Dancer, Henry Taylor, Ryan |
| Lucille, Diana Morgan, Harriet Taylor |
| Doriss Gross, Charly, Edie |
| Joey, Broadway Tony, Farmer, Stanislaus |
| Frank, Servant, Louis Banks, Rudy, Toland |
| Dr. Rosman, Grandma Taylor |
| Jesse Livermore, Iowa Sherrif, Bush |
| William Durant, Judge Bradley, Dugan |
| Arthur Clayton, Brewster, Mr. Graham, Ralph |
| Mrs. Taylor, Miss Foler, Grace |
| Daughters |
| Servants |
| Arthur Robertson |
Publication
Publisher Dramatists Play Service
Year 1992
Binding Paperback
Edition First Edition
Pages 72
Place New York
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822200277
ISBN-10 0822200279
LCC PS3525.I5156 A75 1992
DCC 812.52
The American Clock is a American play written by Arthur Miller and published by Dramatists Play Service in New York (1992).
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