In 1965, unmarried pregnant women were 'sent away' to deliver babies in secret, put them up for adoption, and tell not a soul. Where did these women go? They went to Watermelon Hill. This is the heartbreaking, hilarious, and hard-to-believe story of three such unwed mothers and the nuns, priests, social workers, doctors, parents, and 'unwed fathers' who made it all possible. "Watermelon Hill is a gem of a play, one that speaks to women's experiences with humor, intelligence, and compassion." -Broadwayworld.com ...
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In 1965, unmarried pregnant women were 'sent away' to deliver babies in secret, put them up for adoption, and tell not a soul. Where did these women go? They went to Watermelon Hill. This is the heartbreaking, hilarious, and hard-to-believe story of three such unwed mothers and the nuns, priests, social workers, doctors, parents, and 'unwed fathers' who made it all possible. "Watermelon Hill is a gem of a play, one that speaks to women's experiences with humor, intelligence, and compassion." -Broadwayworld.com "Provocative, moving script...Deftly mixes in social commentary with humor and entertainment." -City Pages "Coyle's sharp wit enlivens her relentless jabs at the society that made Watermelon Hill feel like a necessary evil." -Minneapolis Star Tribune Full-length drama, 80-100 minutes for a minimum cast of 4 females and 1 male or a maximum cast of up to 16 females and 13 males. Set can be spare or elaborate.
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Add this copy of Watermelon Hill: a Play to cart. $40.56, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2019 by Drama Pond Press.
Add this copy of Watermelon Hill: a Play to cart. $71.52, new condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2019 by Drama Pond Press.
