Poetic License
Description
John Greer has a charmed life: he is a professor at a renowned university, a beloved father, and he is about to be named Poet Laureate. He owes much of his success to his wife, Diane, who aggressively shepherds his career. But when their daughter and her new boyfriend return home for the weekend, hidden secrets emerge that threaten to destroy the image he has cultivated in both his public and private lives. POETIC LICENSE is a biting drama set against the cutthroat “publish or perish” world of academia and explores how one person’s past can shape his art, his family, and in this case his future.
Production Info
Full Length Drama (about 80 minutes)
Single Set
Contemporary Costumes
Press Quotes
“It’s hard to imagine that a crackling drama could revolve around a poet laureate’s career. But Jack Canfora’s POETIC LICENSE manages to render a tale of artistic ambition and hidden secrets with the breathlessness of a well-paced thriller.” โNew York Post
“Smart, unsettling drama โฆ disturbing. ” โNew York Times
“Clever โฆ articulate โฆ white-hot.” โAssociated Press
“Exceedingly clever and entertaining โฆ witty, articulate.” โTime Out New York
“Canfora’s dialogue teases as it enthralls, slowly bringing us closer inside the minds of his characters.” โTheaterMania.com
Author
Jack CanforaJohn Lawrence "Jack" Canfora is an American playwright, actor, musician, and teacher whose works include PLACE SETTING, JERICHO, and POETIC LICENSE.
Book Information
| Publisher | BPPI |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | 5/15/2016 |
| Pages | 74 |
| ISBN | 9780881456608 |
Special Notes
by special arrangement with Broadway Play Publishing Inc, NYC
www.broadwayplaypublishing.com
