The Seven Darlings

Six siblings—six spirited sisters and their quietly observant brother—find themselves thrust from opulent comfort into sudden poverty after their father’s death. As the family lawyer delivers the grim numbers, the Darlings trade sharp wit for sobering reality, each trying to gauge what little remains of their inheritance. Their banter reveals a blend of vanity, practicality, and a lingering affection for the lavish lifestyle they once knew, while Arthur, the lone brother, watches his sisters with a mix of admiration and envy.

The children retreat to their summer “camp” on New Moon Lake, a sprawling Adirondack estate that feels more like a gilded mansion than a rustic hideaway. Within its numerous cabins, grand dining hall, and weather‑worn walkways, the Darlings must confront the practicalities of managing a property they can no longer afford. As they navigate the tension between lingering extravagance and impending necessity, the first act sets the stage for choices that will test their loyalty, ingenuity, and the bonds that hold them together.