The Family Jewels

(a Play in Two Acts)

Written by H W Freedman

© Copyright 1997 by Author

 

The Family Jewels achieved finalist status in the Sonoma County Repertory (California) 2002 New Play Competition

 

SYNOPSIS

Sam's wife has died after 60 years of marriage and his behaviour has become eccentric. His son is finding it difficult to take care of him, and his daughter, who has been living overseas, comes to help. They try to decide Sam's future and a lifetime of bittersweet memories, resentment and festering sibling rivalry are brought to the surface.

 

Time:	1995
Place:	New York City and London.
Settings:	Furniture and props can be minimal. A car in NYC; A LONDON Pub. An apartment in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Cast Breakdown:	2 Male (1 age 40's, 1 age 70's); 1 Female (age 40's) .
Production History:	Unproduced
Workshop:	1999 at Theatreworks, Memphis TN, USA