9780822210054

Second Best Bed

Format: Paperback

ISBN13: 9780822210054

Paperback|9780822210054


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THE STORY: One of the most fascinating mysteries dealing with William Shakespeare is the fact that he left his wife, Ann Hathaway, nothing but his second best bed. This odd bequest has puzzled biographers for centuries. The play opens as several gossipy neighbors visit Anne's cottage. They already know of the bequest and are anxious to see Anne's reaction when she hears the news, which is about to be delivered by Shakespeare's two daughters, Judith and Susanna. The women are cheated out of their amusement by Anne's fierce faith in her husband, even though his wealth has been left to others. However, the bard was never one to leave things as they seem and by curtain time Anne has discovered just how greatly Will loved and needed her. It's a surprise ending that catches not only Anne unaware but the audience as well. A delightful romantic comedy, extremely simple to stage. About twenty minutes.

ISBN-13

9780822210054

ISBN-10

0822210053

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$9.00

Format

Paperback

Publisher

Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

Published On

1970-10-01



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THE SCRIPT! Presentable ACTING SCRIPT. Some shelf wear to the covers. Good binding. The dialogue flo...
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