One-Act Plays

"One-Act Plays" is a curated collection of dramatic works designed to showcase the versatility and intensity of the short-form play. Edited by George A. Goldstone, this anthology brings together a diverse selection of pieces that span various genres, from gripping dramas to lighthearted comedies, all unified by their brevity and focused narrative power.

The collection serves as an excellent introduction to the craft of playwriting, emphasizing the economy of language and character development required to tell a complete story within a single act. Each play within the volume is chosen for its literary merit and its potential for stage production, making it an invaluable resource for students of drama, amateur theater groups, and readers who appreciate the swift pace of the one-act format. By exploring themes of human nature, social conflict, and everyday life, the works in "One-Act Plays" offer a vibrant snapshot of early 20th-century theatrical expression and the enduring appeal of the short drama.

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