This epic tale of ambition, love and passion
in nineteenth century New England is a
great American classic. It confirmed Nobel
Prize winning Eugene O’Neill’s reputation as
the ‘father’ of American drama. Our
production is directed by James Dacre.
Ephraim Cabot and his three grown-up sons
lead a life of hard work and loneliness on the
remote family farm. In his 70s, a widower who
has worked two wives into early graves, he
rules over his children with Old Testament
harshness. The Cabot boys hate him, waiting
only for his death and the chance to claim
their inheritance.
But when the old man brings home a seductive
new wife, their schemes for escape and
revenge are thrown into confusion.The alluring
Abbie, half his age and twice as calculating, has
plans of her own. And, as passions run high,
she’ll use any weapon in her fight for a home,
for security, and for love.
Powerful family drama: if you enjoy great American theatre this is for you. |
