The Symphony Play

The Symphony Play: A Play In Four Acts by Jennette Lee is a dramatic work that revolves around the life of a young and talented composer named Richard Sterling. The play is set in the late 19th century and explores the themes of love, passion, and the pursuit of artistic excellence.Act One introduces us to Richard Sterling, a brilliant composer who is struggling to complete his latest symphony. He is deeply in love with a young woman named Marjorie, but their relationship is complicated by the fact that Marjorie is engaged to another man. As Richard struggles to find inspiration for his symphony, he becomes increasingly obsessed with Marjorie, leading to a series of dramatic confrontations and revelations.Act Two takes us deeper into Richard's creative process as he works tirelessly to finish his symphony. Despite the distractions of his personal life, Richard is determined to create a masterpiece that will cement his place in the musical world. However, his single-minded pursuit of artistic excellence begins to take a toll on his relationships with those around him, including Marjorie and his closest friend and collaborator, the conductor Henry Moore.In Act Three, Richard's symphony is finally completed and he prepares for its premiere. However, the night of the performance is fraught with tension and drama as Richard must confront the harsh realities of the music industry and the fickleness of the public. As he struggles to come to terms with the reception of his work, Richard must also confront the unresolved issues in his personal life.Act Four brings the play to a dramatic conclusion as Richard faces the consequences of his actions and decisions. The Symphony Play is a powerful exploration of the creative process and the sacrifices that artists must make in order to pursue their passions. Through its vivid characters and richly detailed setting, the play offers a compelling look at the intersection of art and life in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.