
These six one‑act plays invite listeners into compact, sharply drawn moments that capture everything from youthful mischief to quiet longing. Each piece offers a distinct flavor—one a tender sketch of children at play, another a lyrical reverie of a turtle dove, and yet another a witty glimpse into a gentleman’s ambitions. Together they showcase a playwright who balances humor, romance, and a touch of mystery within a tight dramatic frame.
The opening play transports us to an opulent Arabian household where a wedding feast stretches over four days, filled with music, dancing slaves, and the glitter of gold‑threaded cloaks. As merchant Kodama and his bride Halima await the arrival of a promised relative, tension builds around hidden desires and the promise of exotic treasures. The dialogue crackles with wit and yearning, while the vivid stage directions paint a sensory tapestry of incense, rose petals, and the sway of a captive dancer.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (114K characters)
Release date
2012-03-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
A lively figure in early 20th-century American theater, she moved between acting, playwriting, and poetry while helping shape the creative life of Rose Valley, Pennsylvania. Her surviving work offers a glimpse of a writer equally at home onstage and on the page.
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