Freezing a Mother-in-Law; or, Suspended Animation: A farce in one act

Name: Freezing a Mother-in-Law; or, Suspended Animation: A farce in one act
Author: T. Edgar Pemberton

By T. Edgar Pemberton

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A short one-act farce follows an engaged couple whose plans are obstructed by a domineering mother and a mild-mannered father who cannot control household decisions. The lover adopts a cautious, diplomatic approach while attendants threaten to eject him, and domestic tensions prompt a comic scheme involving apparent freezing or suspended animation. The arrival of a fortune-seeking nephew heightens misunderstandings and mistaken identities, producing rapid reversals, physical comedy, and witty exchanges as characters feign, reveal, and rebut supposed crises to resolve the social obstacle to the match.

About the Author

T. Edgar Pemberton

T. Edgar Pemberton was a playwright and author known for his contributions to early 20th-century theatre. His notable works include "Ellen Terry and Her Sisters," which explores the lives and careers of the famous actress and her family, and the comedic one-act farce "Freezing a Mother-in-Law; or, Suspended Animation." Pemberton's writing often reflects the social dynamics and cultural nuances of his time, making his plays a valuable part of the literary heritage of the period.