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The Hatmaker's Wife
Full-Length Play, Comedy / 3w, 3m
When a young woman moves in with her boyfriend expecting domestic bliss, their new house reveals the magical tale of its previous inhabitants: an old hat-maker and his long-suffering wife, who runs away with his favorite hat. This sweet and surreal story bends time and space to redefine the idea of family, home, and true love itself.
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Cast Size
3w, 3m -
Duration
90 minutes -
Subgenre
Fantasy, Fable/Folktale, Romantic Comedy -
Target Audience
Appropriate for All Audiences
Details
Summary
History
Cast Attributes
Keywords
- Time Period Contemporary, Present Day
- Setting A living room.
- Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
- Additional Features No Intermission
- Duration 90 minutes
- Cautions
- Strong Language
Media
"Subtle magical spectacle with a message. Ultimately, this story is about love: who we love and why, how we learn to love, and how we love even when it is difficult.” – New York Theatre Review
“Ms. Yee — a rising young dramatist whose earlier works include Ching Chong Chinaman — brings a courageous, childlike conviction to her fey land of make-believe.” – The New York Times, Read More
“What makes The Hatmaker's Wife a success is its dexterity and fluidity. Yee's characters and story lines jump back and forth not only between the realistic and the fantastical but also between gut-laughter funny and hit-you-in-the-gut sad — and they do so with astounding truthfulness.” – TheatreMania, Read More
“There is much to enjoy in the circuitous daring of The Hatmaker’s Wife, which often veers into unexpected places... one must admire a play that tries to wear so many hats.” – Time Out New York, Read More
Videos
The Hatmaker's Wife - Trailer
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The Hatmaker's Wife - Sneak Peek
Licensing & Materials
- Minimum Fee: £55 per performance plus VAT when applicable.
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