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Balm In Gilead
Lanford Wilson
The Hot L Baltimore
by Lanford Wilson
Awards & Recognition
Obie Award Outer Critics Circle
Winner of the New York Drama Circle Award, the Obie Award and the Outer Critics Circle Award
What readers are saying
Readers appreciate the blend of humor and poignancy in this ensemble piece set in an aging hotel. Many find it a classic representation of human connection amidst struggles, showcasing Lanford Wilson's skillful writing. However, some feel the play has a dated quality and that certain elements don't fully connect.
Humorous with heart Great character ensemble Emotionally resonant themes Some themes feel dated
Synopsis
The guests at a rundown hotel meet and interact with one another over the course of a day.
Press Reviews
"Winner of the New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best American Play and the Obie Award for Best American Play. Brings compassion, humor and arresting theatricality to its imaginative, touching study of lost souls trapped by society's inexorable decay. ”…as good as you will find in the modern American theater…Wilson's writing is simply superb, a triumph of inspiration and craftsmanship.” —Women's Wear Daily. “Mr. Wilson is both funny and sad about today, and the combination is an unbeatable winner.” —The New York Times. “…a warm, intelligent, wonderful evening in the theater."
— Village Voice
Publication
Publisher Dramatists Play Service
Year 1998
Binding Paperback
Edition First Edition
Pages 74
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822205333
ISBN-10 0822205335
LCC PS3573.I458 H65 1973b
The Hot L Baltimore is a American play written by Lanford Wilson and published by Dramatists Play Service (1998).
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