"The Heiress" is a play written by Ruth and Augustus Goetz, based on the novel "Washington Square" by Henry James. Set in the 1850s, it tells the story of Catherine Sloper, a shy and wealthy young woman who struggles with her domineering father, Dr. Austin Sloper. The plot revolves around Catherine's romantic interest in Morris Townsend, a charming suitor whose intentions are questioned by her father. The play explores themes of love, wealth, and social expectations, ultimately leading to a dramatic confrontation between Catherine and her father over her future and happiness.