Misreadings

Misreadings

Misreadings

Misreadings

Misreadings

Overview

Personalities collide as Ruth—a professor of nineteenth century literature—attempts to guide Simone—one of her failing students. While Ruth is stuck living in century-old literature, Simone tries to argue that living in the present is the only way to live. Perhaps in this case, the student is teaching the professor.

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Cautions

  • Caution Open Flame Open Flame
  • Caution Smoking Smoking

Details

  • Time Period: Present Day
  • Cast Attributes: All Women, Strong Role for Leading Woman (Star Vehicle), Parts for Senior Actors
  • Target Audience: Adult, Teen (Age 14 - 18)

Authors

Neena Beber

Neena Beber’s plays include Jump/Cut, The Dew Point, Tomorrowland, and A Common Vision, all published by Samuel French; her one-act Misreadings premiered at the Humana Festival and has been produced around the world. Recipient of an Obie Grant, a Weissberger Award, a MacDowel ...
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