Class of '29

Class of '29 by Orrie Lashin plunges listeners into a tense, pivotal year as a vivid stage drama of dreams, doubts, and the moment history turns. Co-written with Milo Hastings, this three-act play unfolds around a cohort of young people facing the brink of adulthood just as the world around them begins to fracture. Set against the charged cultural landscape of late-1920s America, Class of '29 explores themes of ambition, class, and disillusionment with sharp dialogue and keen social observation. Its ensemble cast captures the optimism and anxieties of a generation confronting changing gender roles, economic uncertainty, and the collision between idealism and harsh reality. The play’s realistic style and atmospheric period detail evoke the pre-Depression era without resorting to melodrama, offering a human portrait of an era often reduced to headlines. Perfect for fans of literary drama and historical theatre, Class of '29 is ideal for listeners who enjoy character-driven plays, students of American interwar culture, and anyone curious about the personal stories behind seismic social change. Listen for richly drawn characters and a compelling snapshot of a world on the cusp of transformation.