The Debut

The story

When Mona Friedman is cast in a bit part at a small community theater, she transforms from a shy, unassuming housewife into a zealous method actor willing to do anything to protect the artistic integrity of her marginal role—even if it means waging war against the show’s domineering director.

• #community theater
• #method acting
• #musical
• #housewife
• #opening night
• #actress-director relationship
• #new jersey