United States, Criticism & Theory, Movements & Periods, American Literature 

Full Length, Drama Characters: 1 male, 6 femaleUnit set This is a powerful, true drama of six women who went to Viet Nam five nurses and a country western singer booked by an unscrupulous agent to entertain the troops. The play portrays each young woman before, during, and after her tour in the war torn jungle and ends as each leaves a personal token at The Wall in Washington.A Piece of My Heart premiered in New York at Manhattan Theatre Club, and now has enjoyed over 1000 productions here and abroad. It has recently been named "The most enduring play on Vietnam in the nation," by The Vietnam Vets Association. "There have been a number of plays dealing with Viet Nam, but none with the direct, emotional impact of Ms. Lauro's work."-N.Y. Times "Brought [the audience] to tears... and a standing ovation."-Variety "A riveting, rending dramatic experience."-Louisville Courier Journal - from Amzon