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Mrs. Moonlight: A Piece of Pastiche in Three Acts
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781025855462
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 120
Weight: 0.39
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Mrs. Moonlight: A Piece of Pastiche in Three Acts is an enchanting and poignant drama by the celebrated playwright Benn W. Levy. This whimsical play explores the bittersweet consequences of a supernatural wish granted to Sarah Moonlight, a young woman who, in a moment of vanity and desperation, wishes she could remain forever young. Spanning several decades from the late Victorian era through the early 20th century, the narrative follows Sarah as she witnesses the aging and passing of her loved ones while her own physical appearance remains frozen in time.
Blending elements of fantasy, romance, and tragedy, the play examines themes of mortality, the burden of beauty, and the profound isolation that comes with eternal youth. Levy masterfully crafts a story that is both lighthearted and deeply moving, capturing the social mores and domestic atmospheres of different eras. Mrs. Moonlight stands as a notable example of early 20th-century British drama, offering audiences a reflective and emotional journey through the eyes of a woman who has achieved a dream that becomes her greatest burden. This work remains a captivating exploration of the human condition and the inevitable passage of time.
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