Joy: A Play on the Letter "I"

"Joy: A Play on the Letter 'I'" by John Galsworthy is a play set on a summer’s day at Colonel Hope’s residence, weaving together comedic and dramatic threads to examine family connections and the intricacies of love. The plot revolves around Colonel and Mrs. Hope, their daughter Letty and her husband Ernest Blunt, and Joy. As the story starts, it sets the scene for exploring Joy’s turbulent feelings toward her mother and the older characters, especially concerning the mysterious Maurice Lever. The play looks at the challenges faced by its characters when it comes to expectations, fidelity, and societal norms.