Description
A darkly hilarious masterpiece of theatrical comedy, this play introduces audiences to two seemingly sweet elderly sisters whose charitable impulses take a sinister turn. Behind their genteel facade and cozy home lies a chilling secret: they have been poisoning their lonely lodgers, convinced they are saving them from life's hardships. Blending the intricate plotting of a classic whodunit with sharp satirical wit, this groundbreaking work revolutionized black comedy on stage and remains a brilliantly twisted exploration of morality, family eccentricity, and the dangers of good intentions. With its perfect balance of charm, suspense, and laugh-out-loud absurdity, this play proves that the most dangerous people are often those who smile sweetest.
Available Editions
paperback
Chappell Plays
Published Mar 1, 2002
114 pages
ISBN: 9780856761220
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Details
First Published
1941
Language
en
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring.