The Picture of Dorian Gray (Sharkey/Reiser)

The Picture of Dorian Gray (Sharkey/Reiser)

The Picture of Dorian Gray (Sharkey/Reiser)

Dave Reiser, Jack Sharkey

The Picture of Dorian Gray (Sharkey/Reiser)

The Picture of Dorian Gray (Sharkey/Reiser)

Dave Reiser, Jack Sharkey

Overview

Several surprises enliven the familiar plot with strange and startling configurations. A cast of 10 plays 21 parts-- the more to point up Dorian's self made trap as he reaches middle age. This is a gripping tale of love, lust, addiction, scandal and sly social satire--all leading to a harrowing climax. The world premiere in Riverside, CA, won an award for its incredible special effects (via that famous portrait of Dorian which ages, even while he stays eternally young).

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Cautions

  • Caution Alcohol Alcohol
  • Caution Drugs Drugs

Details

  • Genre: Science Fiction
  • Time Period: 19th Century
  • Cast Attributes: Expandable casting
  • Target Audience: Adult

Authors

Author

Dave Reiser

Jack Sharkey

Jack Sharkey (1931-1992) was born on May 6, 1931 in Chicago, Illinois. He began writing when he was 10 years old. He graduated from college with a BA in Creative Writing and taught school from 1953 to 1955. In mid-1955, Mr. Sharkey enlisted in the Army, serving at Sandia Base ...

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