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.
Character Description
Woman identifying, any age, any ability, any race/ethnicity; perky, holographic/futuristic travel agent.
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.
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.
Written by: Deb A. Cole
Directed by: Deb A. Cole
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
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.
Written by: Julie A. Noonan
Directed by: Deb A. Cole
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.
Written by: Amber R. Dickinson
Directed by: Amber R. Dickinson
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.
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.
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
Written by: Jessie Salsbury
Directed by: Deb A. Cole
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
Written by: Deb A. Cole
Directed by: Maeghan Bishop-Brienzo
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.
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.
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
