1954. New York. An unemployed man is lured from a bar to the hotel room of a "prominent citizen" with the promise of a job. A sexual assault is attempted which has devasting consequences for newlyweds Wilma and Garry. When a reporter turns up looking for a scoop, events build to a shattering conclusion.T01455470285Treadwell unashamedly tackles themes of prostitution, homosexuality, sadomasochistic sex, and the role of women in the 1950's. Her punchy dialogue retains the power to shock and her pioneering creation of strong and dominant female characters earned her the title of "Broadway's Bravest Woman." World Premiere.Presented byWhite Bear Theatre. Director Graham Watts. Design Emma Boomer. Costume Emma Boomer. Lighting Paola Capuano. Performer Thomas Martin (Garry). Performer Phebe Alys (Wilma). Performer Alice Welby (Peggy). Performer Matthew Wellared (Dave). | |
| 4 Jun 19 to 22 Jun 19 | White Bear, Inner London :: V256 listing details L01972559683 |
