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The Torch-Bearers
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781023465045
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 124
Weight: 0.78
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Torch-Bearers: A Satirical Comedy in Three Acts by George Kelly is a hilarious and insightful look at the world of amateur theater. This classic American drama shines a comedic light on the passions and pitfalls of community theater productions. Through sharp satire, Kelly exposes the often-absurd realities behind the curtain, where dedication can clash with talent, and good intentions pave the road to theatrical disaster.
This carefully prepared edition preserves the original text of Kelly's play, allowing readers to experience the wit and humor that have made The Torch-Bearers a beloved work of American literature. Perfect for students of drama, theater enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a good laugh, this play remains a timeless commentary on art, ambition, and the enduring human desire to perform.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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