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Synopsis

Rich Relations is David Hwang's second play about evangelical Christianity. The play centers on the Orrs, a wealthy, materialistic family in Los Angeles. Keith, a high school teacher, is on the run with his girlfriend Jill, who also happens to be his 16-year-old student. He has taken refuge in the mansion owned by his father, real estate baron Hinson. Meanwhile, Hinson's evangelical sister Barbara is desperate for Keith to marry her daughter, Marilyn. Just as things seem chaotic enough, Jill and Barbara start to form a bond that could force family secrets to the surface. Rich Relations is a witty and colorful exploration of wealth, identity, and love with rich opportunities for a strong ensemble cast.

Show Information

Book
David Henry Hwang
Category
Play
Age Guidance
Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
Number of Acts
2
First Produced
1986
Genres
Comedy
Settings
Contemporary, Unit/Single Set
Time & Place
A mansion in Los Angeles. Present.
Cast Size
small
Orchestra Size
None
Dancing
None
Licensor
Playscripts, inc
Ideal For
College/University, Regional Theatre, Professional Theatre, Small Cast, Ensemble Cast, Mostly Female Cast, Includes Mature Adult, Adult, Late Teen, Young Adult Characters

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Plot


Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Hinson

Lead

Male

Non-singer

Keith

Lead

Male

Non-singer

Barbara

Lead

Female

Non-singer

Jill

Supporting

Female

Non-singer

Marilyn

Supporting

Female

Non-singer

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Guide Written By:

Kevan Dunkelberg

Kevan Dunkelberg

Oklahoma-based drama teacher, actor and playwright