Overview

Synopsis

Taking place from 1890 to 1925, the three act comedy highlights the hills and valleys in the long marriage of Michael, a writer, and Agnes, known only as his wife. After surviving a particulary awkward honeymoon, Michael and Agnes traverse the usual stages of matrimony: childbirth, extra-marital temptations, terrible teens, and eventual retirement. Through all, their ancient and venerable Fourposter stands, serving as a monument to enduring devotion, then finally becoming a symbol of the continuity of life, or rather, living.

Show Information

Book
Jan de Hartog
Category
Play
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Number of Acts
3
First Produced
1951
Genres
Cast Size
small
Ideal For
Includes Young Adult, Adult Characters, Small Cast

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Plot


Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Agnes

Lead

Female

Spoken

Michael

Lead

Male

Spoken

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