Lizbeth of Maplecroft: A Play in Two Acts

About the Book

The Cast: 3 Women, Bare set. Lizbeth of Maplecroft is a powerful drama designed for three STRONG actresses. This is a dramatic invention of the later life of Lizzie Borden and what transpired between her and her sister Emma and the conflict that rips their odd but comfortable world apart when Lizzie, now calling herself "Lizbeth" strikes up a friendship with the world famous and glamorous actress, Nance O'Neil. Sparks continually fly at each interaction as their Victorian morals begin to give way to the turn of the century values colliding in on Emma and Lizzie in the new world to which they are being exposed. What binds the women together and ultimately drives them apart is the force behind this compelling drama that was named "Critic's Pick" by Show Business Weekly during its August 2000 run at the Producer's Club in NYC. It has continually been hailed for excellence in all of its productions.

About the Author

Nick Pelino, Jr. has been an active playwright and director for over twenty five years. His work has been recognized on numerous "Best of" lists. He has written over twenty-two full length plays including the popular The Final Word: The Hall-Mills Murders and its sequel The Hall-Mills Trial which was originally performed in the actual Somerset County Courthouse where the actual trial took place. He also has written The Watseka Wonder~When Mary Came Home based on a true story of spiritualism, possession and reincarnation that took place in the 1860's. Nick has also adapted dozens of classic children's stories into children's theater pieces that have been performed in New Jersey. Nick has also directed over 200 plays and musicals in the New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania area. Nick has completed his doctorate in Education in Educational Leadership and hopes to establish a venue for physically and mentally challenged performing artists in professional venue. Nick is also a two-time survivor of brain cancer and hopes his work inspires everyone to always pursue their dream. He is also the author of the Online Student's Survival Guide, also published by Trafford Publishers.