This series of four one-act adult comedies by Robert Anderson was the smash hit of the 1967 Broadway Season.
“This was one of the most successful comedies in Broadway history. The topic is sex, in all its mysterious and fascinating manifestations, and the treatment of this is so skillful, tasteful and explosively funny that the plays are not only captivating and touching but universal in appeal. “…a masterly light touch…we have a delightful gift of springtime in the Broadway theatre.” —NY Daily News.
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“A Shock of Recognition” – A playwright attempts to convince a producer that the Broadway stage is ready for a nude male scene … and there is an actor willing to go all the way to get the part.
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“The Footsteps of Doves” – A couple shopping for beds cant agree re double vs twin beds.
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“I’ll Be Home For Christmas” – A conventional dad deals with the more liberal attitude of his grown daughter.
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“I’m Herbert” – An elderly couple confuses past romances with the present.