"The Torch-Bearers: A Satirical Comedy in Three Acts" by George Kelly is a comedic play that digs into the world of amateur theater through the experiences of characters like Frederick Ritter and his wife, Paula. The play presents a funny picture of how normal life and acting mix together, especially during a local theater production. The play kicks off at the home of Frederick Ritter, as he and his housemaid prepare for his wife's rehearsal; Paula is involved in an amateur play, and Ritter is coming home earlier than planned. Ritter starts to not believe in the people around him, like Mrs. Pampinelli; this lets the readers know the play will be funny and show that the characters are very different from each other, making the readers want to keep reading to see what happens next.
The Torch-Bearers: A Satirical Comedy in Three Acts
By George Kelly
In a world where drama unfolds both on and off stage, a husband's skepticism ignites a hilarious exploration of amateur theatrics and the colorful characters involved.
Summary
About the AuthorGeorge Edward Kelly was an American playwright, screenwriter, director, and actor. He began his career in vaudeville as an actor and sketch writer. He became best known for his satiric comedies, including The Torch-Bearers (1922) and The Show-Off (1924). He won the Pulitzer Prize for Craig's Wife (1925).
George Edward Kelly was an American playwright, screenwriter, director, and actor. He began his career in vaudeville as an actor and sketch writer. He became best known for his satiric comedies, including The Torch-Bearers (1922) and The Show-Off (1924). He won the Pulitzer Prize for Craig's Wife (1925).
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