
ATTO UNICO.
In this sharply observed domestic drama, a sun‑lit salon becomes a stage for thinly veiled vanity and unexpected confession. Giulio, a young master preoccupied with arranging fresh flowers, drifts between poetic self‑praise and petty household commands, while his servant moves like a silent commentator to the household’s tangled routines. The dialogue crackles with humor and tension, as every seemingly trivial request—wine selections, vegetable preferences— hints at deeper power plays lurking behind the polished veneer.
When Federico, an uneasy guest, finally reveals a shocking truth about his affection for Giulio’s wife, the genteel pretense shatters, and the characters teeter between forced courtesy and raw emotion. The play balances witty banter with a disquieting glimpse into the fragility of friendship, exposing how love and loyalty can turn a genteel gathering into a psychological battlefield. Listeners will be drawn into the elegant setting, only to discover how quickly the ordinary can dissolve into chaotic confession.
Language
it
Duration
~25 minutes (24K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2011-11-05
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1861–1943
A leading voice in Italian theater at the turn of the 20th century, this Neapolitan playwright was known for emotionally sharp dramas that reached both the stage and early cinema. His work earned wide recognition in his lifetime, including six Nobel Prize in Literature nominations.
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