The Fatal Weakness

Performances

March 11 & 12, 1948

Venue

Scottish Rite Temple

Synopsis

Hopeless romantic Olivia cannot resist a wedding—anyone’s wedding. Finding her husband has taken up with another woman, she can’t help but give into her ‘fatal weakness’ for romance—anyone’s romance—and she willingly lets him go.

Author: George Kelly

Historian’s Corner

The 26th Annual Players’ meeting was held on May 19,1948, at the Illinois House. In addition to the board, 150 members also attended. After the business part of the board meeting, entertainment was provided. It was announced that this past season’s membership was 2,165. This meant that 10,000 persons saw all four shows. The changeover to the new board was announced and presented to the membership. After the adjournment of the new board, refreshments were served.