The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family
3 movies · 2017
"The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family" is a three-play cycle by Tony Award-winning playwright and director Richard Nelson, presented by The Public. The collection offers a real-time exploration of the Gabriels, a family residing in Rhinebeck, New York, as they navigate the complexities of a presidential election year. Spanning three distinct plays, the cycle charts the lives of the Gabriels throughout this pivotal period. The three plays unfold sequentially, with "Hungry," "What Did You Expect?," and "Women of a Certain Age" comprising the complete cycle. Together, these plays have a total runtime of 324 minutes. The collection was active in 2017, with a total budget and revenue of zero. This theatrical work presents an extended look at family dynamics against the backdrop of a significant national event. The three-play structure allows for a comprehensive portrayal of the Gabriels' experiences as they respond to and are shaped by the unfolding election year.
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The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family, Play One: HungryHungry is the first of three plays that introduce the Gabriel family of Rhinebeck, New York. The plays unfold in real time, following the Gabriels' lives throughout a presidential election year. Set against the backdrop of cooking – peeling, chopping, and mixing – Hungry places the audience in the heart of the Gabriel kitchen. There, the family shares their experiences, frustrations, and perspectives on the world around them. As they grapple with anxieties about the future, the Gabriels search for strength amidst loss.0.1Stream on
The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family, Play Two: What Did You Expect?During a presidential election, the Gabriel family gathers in their childhood kitchen. Over the course of a single evening, they discuss history – both personal and national – alongside issues of wealth, politics, family dynamics, art, and culture, all while preparing a meal together at the kitchen table.0.1Stream on
The Gabriels: Election Year in the Life of One Family, Play Three: Women of a Certain AgeEight months after being introduced, the Gabriel family gathers to prepare a meal rooted in their history. As they do, they reflect on their present and contemplate what lies ahead for their community and their home. Remembering a challenging year, the Gabriels discuss finding genuine connection in a world that feels unfair and constantly shifting.0.1Stream on
