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A Life in the Theatre

This 1977 play focuses on the relationship between two actors: Robert, the stage veteran, and John, the young promising actor. They are involved in a number of productions, and gradually their relationship changes.

Genre
literary fiction
Themes
theatre
Setting
20th century
Audience
adult
Length
short · 86 pages
Form
plays

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