Current Play
The Women
by Clare Boothe Luce
"The Women" by Clare Boothe Luce is a sharp, witty comedy of manners that explores the lives, loves, and betrayals of a group of affluent, upper-class women in 1930s Manhatten.
The play, set in a world where men are discussed but never seen, delves into themes of friendship, loyalty, and social expectations.
Its central character, Mary ained, navigated the fallout of her husbands's infidelity while surrounded by a colorful cast of friends and frenemies, including gossipy Sylvia Fowler and cynical Crystal Allen. With biting dialogue and satirical humor, the play critiques its characters' vanity, ambition, and cattiness while offering a poignant reflection on relationships and self-worth.