Pablo, a high-powered lawyer, and doctoral candidate Tania, his very pregnant wife, are realizing the American dream when they purchase a house next door to community stalwarts Virginia and Frank. But a disagreement over a long-standing fence line soon spirals into an all-out war of taste, class, privilege, and entitlement. The hilarious results guarantee no one comes out smelling like a rose.
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Several strong scenes for Latinx characters, suitable for educational use.
2016, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, US
2023
Methuen Drama
9781350371934
Individually published under ISBN 978-0573707544 - https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/64330/native-gardens
Individually published under ISBN 978-0573707544 - https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/64330/native-gardens
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