"The Skin of Our Teeth" is a play by Thornton Wilder that follows the Antrobus family and their journey through history, from the Ice Age to modern times. The play is a mixture of farce, satire, and allegory, and explores themes of survival, resilience, and the human condition. The Antrobus family faces a series of challenges and disasters, including floods, wars, and even the end of the world, but they manage to survive and rebuild each time. The play also includes a range of historical and literary characters, including dinosaurs, Homer, and Moses, as well as a chorus of "stage managers" who comment on the action and address the audience directly. "The Skin of Our Teeth" is a complex and thought-provoking play that offers a unique perspective on human history and the human spirit.
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