The American Plan
Richard Greenberg
1990
Act II
Scene 1
Eva and Olivia. A table set for tea.
Eva:
Oh, Olivia, this dampness is terrible, every bone in my body aches. (Olivia lights a cigarette.) That is an awful habit.
Olivia:
(Gleefully.) Yes.
Eva:
What do you have for us this afternoon? Is it scrumptious, is it special?
Olivia:
See for yourself. (Tilts a cake from the table towards her.)
E…
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