Synopsis
The Pigman
F. Andrew Leslie from Paul Zindel
Published by Dramatists Play Service
6 Male 3 Female
Although their contact with Mr. Pignati is instigated by the selfish intention of collecting money for a bogus "charity," Lorraine and John soon find themselves drawn into the older man's life
Counterpointed by scenes with their parents, their relationship with "The Pigman" moves steadily and surely from casual visits to deeper involvement to, inexorably, tragedy
But, throughout the fast-moving action, a seed of understanding is nurtured - leading on to a growing sense of compassion and "coming of age," that is strengthened and enhanced in the final, poignant moments of the play
A perennial favorite in book form, this lively and revealing study of the relationship between two high-spirited modern teenagers and an aging widower is offered here in a fast-paced, easily produced stage version