Masks and Faces; or Before and Behind the Curtain A Comedy in Two Acts

The story revolves around the character of Rachel a famous actress who is adored by her audiences but struggles with the personal sacrifices and complexities of her profession. Rachel’s true feelings and her off-stage life come into conflict with the roles she plays for the public. Alongside Rachel is her fellow actor a man named Clarence who is also grappling with the demands of fame and the expectations of the theater world. Their personal struggles form the emotional core of the play. Throughout the play the authors use humor and wit to highlight the tension between the illusions of the stage and the realities of everyday life. The play culminates in a series of misunderstandings and revelations ultimately allowing the characters to find some resolution between their public and private selves. Masks and Faces is a lighthearted yet insightful commentary on the nature of performance both in the theater and in life with a focus on the human desire to balance appearance and authenticity.