The Last Night of Ballyhoo
by Alfred Uhry
Alfred Uhry’s play follows a Jewish family in 1939 Atlanta as they navigate identity, class, and belonging during the holiday of Ballyhoo.
About This Book
The Last Night of Ballyhoo is a play by Alfred Uhry that examines the lives of a Jewish family in Atlanta.
Set against the backdrop of the 1939 premiere of Gone with the Wind, the story unfolds during the Jewish holiday of Ballyhoo.
The narrative addresses themes of cultural identity, social class, and assimilation within the Southern Jewish community.
Through intimate family interactions, the play reveals generational conflicts and personal aspirations.
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