Machinal is a 1928 play by American playwright and journalist Sophie Treadwell, inspired by the real-life case of convicted and executed murderer Ruth Snyder. Its Broadway premiere, directed by Arthur Hopkins, is considered one of the highpoints of Expressionist theatre in history of the American stage.
Machinal has appeared on a variety of lists of the greatest plays.[1][2][3]
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George wants to marry Helen. George makes Helen’s skin crawl when she thinks about him touching her. Helen marries George, has a baby she doesn’t want and a one-night stand which leads to her murdering George. Helen is not a happy camper because...
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