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- Short Play, Drama
- 3M, 2F
- ISBN: PSSTD
What starts out as a wonderful trip down memory lane suddenly uncovers a deep, dark secret that threatens to tear father and son apart.
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Description
- Short Play
- Drama
- 35 minutes
- Set Requirements: A living room with dining table and chairs, sofa and chair. 1 window. 1 entrance/exit.
- Performance Group:
- Community Theatre, Senior Theatre
George Vale is celebrating his 70th birthday at the home of his much-loved son, Ian and his wife Marsha. Celebrating with him are his favourite sister, Ruthie, and her husband, Frank.
The day has been splendid, with a day out for the men, followed by a meal, lots of presents, and fireworks. To crown the perfect day, Ian produces a set of DVDs that he has had made from old ciné films he found in George's loft. What starts out as a wonderful trip down memory lane suddenly uncovers a deep, dark secret that threatens to tear father and son apart.
A deeply moving play that explores the true meaning of fatherhood.
The day has been splendid, with a day out for the men, followed by a meal, lots of presents, and fireworks. To crown the perfect day, Ian produces a set of DVDs that he has had made from old ciné films he found in George's loft. What starts out as a wonderful trip down memory lane suddenly uncovers a deep, dark secret that threatens to tear father and son apart.
A deeply moving play that explores the true meaning of fatherhood.
Characters
- Casting: 3M, 2F
- Casting Notes: 3 Men (aged 40+, 60+, and 70), 2 Women (aged 40+ and 60+)
