Accompanied by an electric cello, this play follows the lives of a group of cheerful Illinois residents whose worlds are shaken by a melancholy yet attractive young stranger, Tilly, who works at the bank. Tilly’s aura of sweet sorrow draws others toward her, causing them to fall instantly in love with her, but when Tilly becomes happy, it wreaks havoc on their lives. Frances, Tilly’s hairdresser, becomes so melancholy that she turns into an almond. It is up to Tilly to get her back.