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"Out Cry" is a dramatic work by Tennessee Williams that explores the complex relationships among siblings and the broader themes of American life. The stage production presented by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts was directed by Peter Glenville, with performances by Michael York and Cara Duff‑MacCormick. Production elements included lighting by Jo Mileziner and costumes by Sandy Cole.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Drama & Plays/Drama
Authors: Tennessee Williams
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