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CHRIS CHELU
Nationality: English
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Chris Chelu is a script writer, specialising in comedy. He has for many years been active in drama both on the stage, and in front of the stage. He has a lot of experience in amateur theatre, having directed 12 plays and 3 pantomimes, and designed scenery, lighting and sound effects. He is now writing and directing his own work. Extracts from the plays are available on his website.
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below is a list of Chris Chelu's plays - click on a Play Title for more information
Field Day, The Frankenstein and Mirth I, Uselus Life on the Landing Menu for Change SandcastlesField Day, The
Synopsis:
Alan and his wife, Jackie, are taking a camping holiday in Cornwall this year as the recession means they can't afford go abroad. Eugene and Wendy are hikers who stay the night at the campsite. Gaia is camped nearby in her campervan and catches Alan's roving eye which Jackie resents. The farmer who owns the campsite observes all. Extracts on my website.
Notes:
A two act play, lasting 90 minutes, which can be set as simply or as realistically as you wish. The first production was on a small stage, but it could easily be set with minimal staging, on the floor, in the semi round or even outdoors. All that is required are two tents and props. And a roll of fake grass sets the scene nicely. It would suit a touring company as the entire set could fit into a small van or a large car.
1st Produced:
Coombe Bissett Village Hall
11 May 2012
Organisations:
Coombe Bissett Drama Club
1st Published:
self published Feb 2014
Music:
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Genre:
2 act comedy
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 3 Other: -
Further Reference:
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Top of PageFrankenstein and Mirth
Synopsis:
Frankenstein is up to his old tricks again; making monsters: and he summons help from a relative in London. Yokels from the village inn decide to go up to Frankenstein's castle to investigate the mysterious nocturnal happenings, and discover that Dracula has turned up, unannounced, bringing more danger to the village than Frankenstein ever could. Extracts on my website
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20 speaking parts, with some doubling if required, with a small optional chorus. This is a new pantomime which offers a witty script, with well balanced major roles and a number of minor ones. there is provision for a number of songs that can be chosen by the director, or a song list can be provided on request.
1st Produced:
Coombe Bissett Village Hall
24 Nov 2010
Organisations:
Coombe Bissett Drama Club
1st Published:
Music:
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Genre:
Pantomime in Two Acts
Parts:
Male: 7 (flexible) Female: 13 (flexible) Other: -
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Top of PageI, Uselus
Synopsis:
Based on stock characters in historic Roman comedy, "I, Uselus" tells the story of Uselus, a slave, and his master, Amicus, son of a senator, and his unrequited love for his mother's slave Virgo. Assisted by two turncoat bodyguards of the senator, Cerberus, the 3 headed dog who guards the gates to the Underworld, abducts Virgo and takes her to Hades. Distraught in love, Amicus, with Uselus and friends, enters the Underworld to rescue her.
Notes:
A musical romp through ancient Rome.
1st Produced:
Awaiting production.
Organisations:
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1st Published:
self published 27 Apr 2020
Music:
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Genre:
Pantomime 90mins
Parts:
Male: - Female: - Other: A two act pantomime with 15 speaking parts, including 5 small parts taken by chorus members.
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Top of PageLife on the Landing
Synopsis:
Set in 1969. Five 23-30+ year olds live in a house of multiple occupation. Rickie, unemployed graduate, and his faithful girlfriend, Carol, share one flat, Sandy and Jules another. Rebecca, with hippy tendencies, lives in a third flat. Rickie decides to have an impromptu party to celebrate the first moon landing. Games are played and relationships are tested, against the backdrop of a faulty toilet which the landlord, Feltham, is reluctant to fix.
Notes:
A Two Act Play for 6 characters. Set on the first floor landing of a house of multiple occupation
1st Produced:
Awaiting production.
Organisations:
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1st Published:
self published10 Sep 2020
Music:
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Genre:
Drama 90mins
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 3 Other: -
Further Reference:
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Top of PageMenu for Change
Synopsis:
Gino runs a shabby cafe doing all-day breakfasts and has a dream to open a smart Italian restaurant in town with Becky, his waitress. Two graduates, Mark and Hannah, meet by chance in the cafe, having not seen each other since university, and rekindle their friendship. Gino's avaricious wife, Trish, has a penchant for shopping. Lennie, a local ne'er do well, visits the cafe to sort out some unfinished business with Gino.
Notes:
A two act play for six characters (85 minutes) The play can be set very simply with a cafe counter, and 3 small tables with chairs, and off stage exits to the kitchen, toilet and cafe entrance.
1st Produced:
Coombe Bissett Village Hall
19 May 2017
Organisations:
Coombe Bissett Drama Club
1st Published:
self published Feb 2016
Music:
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Genre:
Drama
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 3 Other: -
Further Reference:
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Top of PageSandcastles
Synopsis:
A black comedy set at the seaside, the play explores the relationships within a family as they enjoy life on a beach holiday. Bert's constant riling of his long suffering wife, Lily, and his daughter, Susan, comes to a head after revelations from a fortune teller. Bert has a disturbing dream which exposes secrets from the past. Susan reveals her true self as she flirts with a candy floss seller and Punch and Judy man from the pier. Extracts on my website.
Notes:
The two act play lasting 90 minutes is set in front of a beach hut, with two deck chairs. A pile of damp sand is required for building a sand castle during the performance. The play could tour easily with a small collapsible hut. The play was originally set in the late 1950's, with northern accents, but can be adapted to suit. Five of the characters play doubled parts in a dream sequence.
1st Produced:
Coombe Bissett Village Hall
02 May 2014
Organisations:
Coombe Bissett Drama Club
1st Published:
self published Feb 2014
Music:
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Genre:
Comedy
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 4 Other: -
Further Reference:
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