Plays

"Plays by Susan Glaspell" is a compilation of theatrical productions from the early 1900s, including renowned pieces like "Trifles," "The Outside," and "The Verge," which frequently addresses gender dynamics, social standards, and the intricacies of human thought, especially highlighting the complex challenges faced by women in a world controlled by men. With detailed character development, Glaspell emphasizes the emotional journeys of her main characters, prompting reflection on concepts of truth and fairness; In "Trifles" a chaotic farmhouse kitchen becomes the focal point as men investigate a husband's murder while his wife is the suspect, where two women accompany the men and slowly begin to notice minor things within the kitchen. As the men overlook these details, the women identify important clues about the man who was murdered and what may have driven a woman to kill him, mainly by using their compassion for the suspect's situation. This sets the tone for a meaningful conversation on how important women's experiences and viewpoints are, things that are many times ignored.