A play about a dissolute gambler by a 17th century writer, Jean-Francois Regnard, is currently making the rounds at regional theaters. It was adapted by playwright Freyda Thomas who is not a gambler herself, but who knows first hand the ruin it can bring. Jonathan Mitchell spoke with her about the play.
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