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NOT YET PUBLISHED C.W. Munger based on a story by Booth Tarkington 2m, 1f (w/doubling) or 10m, 2f (w/o doubling) A journalist new to a midwestern state capitol circa 1900 notices there is something funny going on at the charming house next door. Turns out gubernatorial candidate David Beasley lives there with his young ward, an orphan who has a menagerie of imaginary friends. Beasley's nemesis Simeon Peck plans to ruin Beasley's chances at the statehouse, but everyone learns something at Beasley's Christmas Party - including the pretty Miss Apperthwaite, who spurned Mr. Beasley years before. Conceived for three actors to play multiple roles (but playable in many configurations), this 75-minute holiday play is a heartwarming fable about imagination and celebration.
p>"A tiny seasonal treat (that) builds to an irresistibly charming climax...that good and bad always stay true, with good usually coming out ahead."-Michael Feingold, Village Voice"A heartwarming tribute to the holiday season that adds a new touch of warmth and cheer to the Christmas season in these troubled times."-Curtain Up "Impressive as any number of rabbit-filled top hats...Enchanting."-Variety
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