The Black Flamingo: A Play in Three Acts

By Sam Janney and Edith Janney

"The Black Flamingo: A Play in Three Acts" is a compelling dramatic work set against the tumultuous backdrop of the French Revolution. This three-act play captures the tension and high stakes of a world in upheaval, where personal loyalties and political ideologies clash under the shadow of the guillotine. The narrative centers on themes of sacrifice, identity, and the price of survival during one of history's most radical periods.

With its tight pacing and sharp dialogue, the play offers a vivid exploration of the human spirit tested by extraordinary circumstances. As a representative piece of early 20th-century theatrical writing, "The Black Flamingo" provides readers and performers alike with a rich, atmospheric experience of historical fiction brought to the stage. This work remains a significant example of how playwrights used the medium of drama to reinterpret historical events for modern audiences, blending suspense with poignant character studies. The text serves as an evocative window into the dramatic style of the era and the enduring fascination with the revolutionary past.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025305299
• ISBN13: 9781025305295
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"