Description
This powerful play explores the unlikely friendship that blossoms between Daisy Werthan, an elderly Jewish widow, and Hoke Colburn, her African-American chauffeur, over the course of twenty-five transformative years. Set against the backdrop of the American South during a period of profound social change, the narrative traces how two people from vastly different worlds gradually break down barriers of prejudice and class to forge a genuine human connection. Through intimate, poignant scenes, Alfred Uhry captures the quiet dignity and humor that emerge when people truly see one another beyond societal divisions. The play is a tender meditation on aging, loyalty, and the redemptive power of compassion, revealing how meaningful relationships can transcend the limitations of race, religion, and social convention. A modern classic that has touched audiences worldwide, this script stands as a testament to the universal human need for connection and understanding.
Available Editions
paperback
Theatre Communications Group
Published Jan 1, 1988
60 pages
ISBN: 9780930452896
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Details
First Published
1988
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry.