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Nasty Things, Murders

Short Play, Drama  /  5w

The four ladies in the Home for Retired Gentlewomen are upset when their TV breaks down at the climax of a real life murder drama. They talk about the murder. To the horror of three of them, it appears that the fourth, gentle Mary, may have been the murderess.

Nasty Things, Murders

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    5w
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    • UIL Approved

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The four ladies in the Home for Retired Gentlewomen are upset when their TV breaks down at the climax of a real life murder drama. They talk about the murder. To the horror of three of them, it appears that the fourth, gentle Mary, may have been the murderess. When Mary leaves the room, the others consult the Matron as to what steps should be taken; however, on Mary's return a most unexpected telephone conversation sets their fears at rest and leaves them feeling rather foolish. But after they have gone and Mary is left alone, her behavior is strange, to say the least.

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Arthur Lovegrove

Arthur Lovegrove (1913-1981) was an actor on stage, film and television. He was also a successful playwright with titles such as Just Another Day and Her Grace Will Be Here.
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