New Works Night
Character Descriptions and Scene Synopses
WONDERS OF THE WORLD
Synopsis
A holographic travel agent describes the sites world travelers may expect as they tour the wonders of the futuristic world.
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Character Description
Woman identifying, any age, any ability, any race/ethnicity; perky, holographic/futuristic travel agent.
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Written by: Lavinia Roberts
Directed by: Amber R. Dickinson
Note: This is a long-form monologue and the actor will have access to the script onstage if needed, easily hidden as a prop. We’ve got your back.
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FOUR EYES
Synopsis
After discovering a mysterious pair of glasses in their office break room, three coworkers begin to see... and feel... each other’s inner lives, uncovering the hidden struggles behind everyday faces.
Character description
BEN: Male identifying, 40s-50s, any ability, any race/ethnicity; regular average Joe kinda guy with good comedic timing.
CARRIE: Woman identifying, any age, any ability, and race/ethnicity; stressed, sad, and matter-of-fact.
MARK: Male identifying, 30s-40s, any ability, any race/ethnicity; lacks self-confidence but is full of false bravado.
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Written by: Deb A. Cole
Directed by: Deb A. Cole
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PROMETHEUS AND ERASTUS
Synopsis
Prometheus, Greek Titan of foresight, and Erastus, his human lover, meet before sunrise each morning. This time, Erastus questions if Prometheus can truly love a human man. Prometheus assures Erastus that despite his divinity, their love will never be bound by their differences.
Character Description
PROMETHEUS: Male identifying, Young Adult, any ability, any race/ethnicity; handsome, strong, and childlike in nature; always fights for what’s right; passion and empathy get the best of him.
ERASTUS: Male identifying, Young Adult, any ability, any race/ethnicity; emerging human philosopher who is focused on his studies. He is the lover of Prometheus; prefers the factual to the romantic and mystical.
Written by: Owen Tremblay
Directed by: Maeghan Bishop-Brienzo
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UNDER A SHELL
Synopsis
A turtle who likes being alone and a turtle who is an extrovert navigate shared shoreline.
Character description
MERT: Any gender, any age, any ability, and race/ethnicity; a turtle who likes being alone.
BERT: Any gender, any age, any ability, and race/ethnicity; a turtle who is an extrovert.
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Written by: Julie A. Noonan
Directed by: Deb A. Cole
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THE UPGRADE
Synopsis
In a futuristic society where physical beauty is prized above all else, a family faces an inevitable separation and are forced to confront an ugly truth.
Character descriptions
MOM: Woman identifying, 40's +, any ability, any race/ethnicity; woman of society, dressed to the nines with every hair in place.
SAMANTHA: Woman identifying, 18-21, any ability, any race/ethnicity. She is a “perfect” example of stereotypical beauty.
SADIE: Woman identifying, 18-21, any ability, any race/ethnicity. She is unique in her appearance, not what some would classify as stereotypically beautiful by Western standards.
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Written by: Amber R. Dickinson
Directed by: Amber R. Dickinson
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INTERMISSION
LOOPY LINDY
Synopsis
An elementary school librarian demonstrates her unique presentation style, and delivers some truths in the process.
Character Description
Woman identifying, 30+, any ability, white; school librarian with an interesting technique of reaching her students. Strong character work needed.
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Written by: Darren Canady
Directed by: Amber R. Dickinson
Note: This is a long-form monologue and the actor will have access to the script onstage if needed, easily hidden as a prop. We’ve got your back.
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TRUTHFUL OBITUARY
Synopsis
Two sisters attempt to write an obituary through their version of grief after the death of an abusive father.
Character description
JENNIFER: Woman identifying, 40’s, any ability, any race/ethnicity; sarcastic, worn out
JULIE: Woman identifying, 30’s, any ability, any race/ethnicity; speaks the truth and takes no crap
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Written by: Jessie Salsbury
Directed by: Deb A. Cole
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LATE BLOOMER
Synopsis
An anxious plant owner attends a therapy session with her opinionated and neglected houseplants. Will real growth take root?
Character Descriptions
MEG: Woman identifying, 30s, any ability, any race/ethnicity; anxious and stressed
DR. RYAN: Any gender, any age, any ability, any race/ethnicity; gentle therapist
ALOE: Male identifying, 20s, any ability, any race/ethnicity; houseplant, surfer type
MOTHER’S TONGUE: Woman identifying, 50s+, any ability, any race/ethnicity; houseplant, really good at guilt
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Written by: Deb A. Cole
Directed by: Maeghan Bishop-Brienzo
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A PERFECT FIT
Synopsis
Two quirky strangers have a chance encounter at the DMV, and see what it feels like to find effortless friendship that’s a perfect fit.
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Character descriptions
KEITH: Male identifying, 30’s +, any ability, any race/ethnicity; gentle and quiet. Booming voice he tries to control, somewhat successfully. He is simple and kind.
LUCY: Woman identifying, 30’s +, any ability, any race/ethnicity; quirky and frenetic. Happy and joyful overall, but sadness sits underneath the surface. She is simple and kind.
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Written by: Amber R. Dickinson
Note from the author: This is the first scene I ever wrote when I began writing in 2024. It was written about my friendship with Shawn Nyberg. Presented with his permission prior to his passing in 2025.
Directed by: Maeghan Bishop-Brienzo
