Synopsis
Lesser Mortals
$12.99 Published by Samuel French Ltd
0 Male 4 Female
Four women - all widows - sit in the communal silence of a Quaker Meeting
We hear their thoughts and join with their joys and troubles ...
Victoria, the most recently widowed, is resigned to never getting answers to her questions
Wendy has kept her home life secret for years
Tilly's husband was far from good to her
Elderly Gladys cherishes the memories of her alcoholic beau
Faith, grief, marriage, love and "Quakerly behaviour" are among the themes discussed in this tender and sometimes humorous short drama
Characters
Victoria, 55
Wendy, 53
Tilly, 43
Gladys, 82
Simple set - 4 chairs
Runs about 60 mins