One-Act Play Collection 017 by Various is a diverse and engaging read for anyone interested in theater. The collection showcases a variety of themes, styles, and voices, providing a well-rounded view of the one-act play genre.

Each play in the collection is unique and thought-provoking, with strong character development and compelling plotlines. From comedies to dramas, each play offers something different to the reader, keeping them engaged and entertained throughout.

One of the standout features of this collection is the range of emotions it evokes in the reader. From humor to heartbreak, each play has the power to make you laugh, cry, and everything in between. This emotional depth adds an extra layer of richness to the overall experience of reading this collection.

Overall, One-Act Play Collection 017 by Various is a must-read for anyone passionate about theater and looking for a diverse and well-crafted collection of plays. The variety of voices and styles ensure that there is something for everyone in this collection, making it a valuable addition to any theater lover's bookshelf.

Book Description:
Here, in our 17th collection, are 10 One Act Plays for your enjoyment. They range from 1600's to 1900's, from Japan to Russia , all in short gems to make you laugh, cry, think, or all three. Note that Play 10 is long and so its second half is included on section 11. Also, as indicated in the cast list, two of the plays - numbers 1 and 7 - may not be in the Public Domain outside of the US.- Summary by ToddHW Cast lists: 1. Tradition, by George Middleton. BC for this play is kristakzNOTE: Middleton died in 1967. This story is not PD for readers in Europe and/or Australia, and other countries which observe copyright of author's death +70 years. George Ollivant: Greg GiordanoEmily, his wife: WendyKatzHillerMary, his daughter, an actress: Joanna Michal HoytStage direction: Larry Wilson 2. The Trumpeter’s Daughter, by Joseph Stirling Coyne. BC for this play is ktaylor07 Phillipot Andrew Gaunce Michael Angelo Muller Alan Mapstone Robin Adrian StephensAchilles Laplomb Greg Giordano Madelon Kelly S. Taylor Stage Directions James R. Hedrick 3. Who Kissed Barbara by Franz Rickaby. BC for this play is jennlea Barbara Nicols, the bridesmaid: Jenn BrodaKatherine Blake, the bride: Dawn SuttonJames, the butler: Adrian StephensPaul Blake, the best man: Tomas PeterHorace Gregory, the groom: Greg GiordanoStage Directions: TJ Burns 4. Pariah, by August Strindberg. BC for this play is WendyKatzHiller MR. X., an archaeologist, Middle-aged man: adrianstephensMR. Y., an American traveller, Middle-aged man: Greg GiordanoStage directions: WendyKatzHiller 5. Hagoromo by unknown, a Japanese noh play, translated by Ernest Fenollosa. BC for this play is Availle Tennin: Jenn Broda Chief Fisherman Hakuryo: Alan Mapstone Fisherman: James R. Hedrick Chorus and Semi-chorus: ToddHW Narrator: Availle 6. The Forced Marriage by Moliere. BC for this play is Toddhw Sganarelle: arbycoors Geronimo: Greg Giordano Alcantor, father to Dorimene: James R. Hedrick Alcidas, brother to Dorimene: Adrian Stephens Lycaste, in love with Dorimene: Bahram Pancrace, an Aristotelian Philosopher: ToddHW Marphurius, a Pyrrhonian Philosopher: Alan Mapstone Dorimene, a young coquette betrothed to Sganarelle: SheriLynnWarren First Gipsy: Sonia Second Gipsy: Lee Vogler Stage Directions: redrun 7. Helena's Husband By Philip Moeller. BC for this play is JHedrick NOTE: Moeller died in 1958. This story is not PD for readers in Europe and/or Australia, and other countries which observe copyright of author's death +70 years. Helena, Queen of Sparta: Dawn SuttonTsumu, her slave: C. M. HedrickMenelaus, the King: Greg GiordanoAnalytikos, his librarian: Alan MapstoneParis, a shepherd: arbycoorsStage direction: ToddHW 8. Самоубийца. Аркадий Тимофеевич Аверченко. BC for this play is HannaPonomarenko Билевич, самоубийца: Anastasiia Solokha Инженер Берегов, его приятель, очень умный человек: Hanna Ponomarenko Лиза, горничная Билевича: Sonia Сценические ремарки: Kazbek 9. Cousin Cherry by by Henry Spicer. BC for this play is ktaylor07Charles, Earl of Mandeville Greg GiordanoThomas Primrose Tomas PeterJacob Primrose Alan Mapstone Cousin Cherry Kelly S. Taylor Elinor Primrose Krista Zaleski Servant James R. Hedrick Stage Directions ToddHW 10. Countess Julie by August Strindberg. BC for this play is wib66 Countess Julie: WendyKatzHiller Jean, a valet: Greg Giordano Kristin, a cook: Kelly S. Taylor Stage Directions: ToddHW