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The Bird's Neck

from Trifles

Written by Susan Glaspell

While men investigate a murder upstairs, two women in the kitchen discover a dead canary with a broken neck, providing the motive for the crime. Realizing the victim's husband was abusive, they decide to hide the evidence from the authorities to protect the accused woman. The scene explores themes of female solidarity and the 'trifles' that men overlook.

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MRS HALE: Here's some red. I expect this has got sewing things in it. [brings out a fancy box] What a pretty box. Looks like something somebody would give you. Maybe her scissors are in here.

MRS PETERS: Why, this isn't her scissors.

MRS HALE: Oh, Mrs Peters--it's--

MRS PETERS: It's the bird.

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CharactersMrs Hale, Mrs Peters, County Attorney, Sheriff, Hale
Duration4 min
Age Range35-45
GenderAny
GenreDrama
PeriodModern Classic
Formatgroup
SourceTrifles
Toneintense
AccentMidwestern
Suitable Fordrama school audition, agent showcase, general practice, competition
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