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NICHOLAS CONTI
(1931 - )
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Nicholas Conti: A member of the Dramatists Guild of America With 21 published Plays and 7 Publishers. Born in the shadow of the Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn; educated at St. John's Univ. & CUNY in Communications. Served U.S. Navy 4 years, traveling widely. Attended The American Theater Wing; Academy of Dramatic Arts & Announcer Training Studios, NYC. Studied Voice, Acting, Music with 20 yrs. as a Professional, Actor/Singer/ Radio/Announcer & member of AEA, SAG, AGMA, AFTRA unions& Twenty yrs. A Playwright my plays performed round the World with Awards: In Nov. 2005 won @ Gettysburg College PA for their One Act Play Festival, with Performances & Honorarium, for "The Merry Women of Windham," published by Lazy Bee Scripts, UK... Later achieving 2nd place in the Confined Div., in Dundrum's One Act Play Festival, Oct./Nov. 2009, Dublin Ireland; performed by The Trinity Drama Group... Now have 17 Books published with Amazon, Kindle, Barnes & Noble, NOOK and Black Rose Writing: Recently published on Amazon: "a Twenty First Century Contemporary Cavalcade of Plays."Commissioned to write an Historic Pageant, for the Quadricentennial for the City of Poughkeepsie, NY, presented, May 2009& Again in 2016 commissioned to write "The Queen City's Upper Landing," Pageant. Presented Oct.23, 2016. www.NickConti.com&www.doollee.com
Research: Member of the Dramatists Guild of America (as at 2015)
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Alessandro
brush up your shakespeare
Chris Carole<>Meet Santa
Dickens Of A Christmas, A
feliz navidad (sub.) 'a merry christmas epiphany'
fifth dimension, the
flight from mac dougal
Fone Home
Godmother I & the Grump That Stole Christmas
Godmother I, The
Godmother I---101
Hamalot
Legacy, The
Little Drummer Boy, The
Little Miracle Of Bethlehem
Merry Women Of Windham, The
Miniscule Chronicles (Sub) Legend Of the Hudson Valley Gnomes, The
Mirror Mirror On the Wall
Mystery Of the House Of the Seven Gables, The
Night Of the Living Cryonic Dead
oracle of was, the
pushkin in purgatory with friends
Quadricentennial Military Pageant, The
requiem for an organist and the elixir of love mystery
romeo & juliet-goin' steady & college bound, sub:'julie's a wreck at georgia tech---randy gets the point'
Shades Of Sylvia 'sos'
St Nicolas & Rudy
Taming Of A Bull (Y)
Wenceslas A Christmas Pageant
womb to tomb
Alessandro
Synopsis:
the Tale of alessandro StradElla Musical Lover (That is Music Lover as in Musician and Lothario, and Teacher not as in fan of Rodgers & Hammerstein .) His affair with his pupil , Contessa Maria Cortese, sparks the wrath of her husband. Just one of the enraged cuckolds alessandro has left in his wake.
Notes:
Basic set, period costumes.
1st Produced:
Garrison Depot Theater, Garrison NY (A Reading)
2002
Organisations:
Philipstown Depot Theater Co.
1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk (2006)
Music:
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Genre:
Period Comedy One act
Parts:
Male: 2 Female: 2 Other: 2 off stg. Bravi (assassins)
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brush up your shakespeare
Synopsis:
Is that Sir John Falstaff's voice trumpeting over the mob demanding order to conduct yet another trial of Will Shakespeare as Author? To decide once and for all who really did write his works. A debate that's been going on for many years! Diehards not capable of accepting such plays of genius, so deep, entertaining so philosophical, attributable to him, son of a glove maker with a grade school education and no aristocrat! What could he know about that which he wrote... Having had no experience with the with Royalty& Dissenters defend the belief Sir Francis Bacon had it all, education, Royal affiliations. Another contender to Will's throne; but not quite. The 17th Earl of Oxford, Edward de Vere of Royal blood, related to the Queen Elizabeth I. Who wrote plays in his time; was educated, traveled and had an acting company "Oxford's Men." (Went broke, as he did.). oin me on a journey where past, present, and future tenses erupt into the present. Explore the Trial which only the Queen is capable of unscrambling, with the threat of her Guillotine!... Who Concludes that Will Shakespeare is after all the Bard of Stratford-upon- Avon. And all works, plays, Sonnets attributed to him, his very own. Long Live Will!
Notes:
As I emerged from underneath a wealth of Information on Will Shakespeare I found it necessary to write this Farcical-Amicable Treatment of the Dilemma: 'Was Shakespeare the Author of his attributed works or not?' Realizing after some research it was necessary to bring in some Heavy GUNS - I.E: Sir John Falstaff, Queen Elizabeth I, The Oxfordians, the Baconians; even Supreme Court Justices. In the End Truth had its way and Will Shakespeare Won the Day in this Supreme, dangerously comic Forum, where the threat of the Guillotine and Dungeon awaited dissenters and troublemakers. If you're one beware--- for the Guillotine is sharp or a Dungeon dank & weepy awaits you. After reading the play you shall be breathless; if a dissenter perhaps headless; according to her Majesty's mood & whim at the time. Opening with Noisy dissenters streaming down aisles with signs favoring Bacon, Oxford or Shakespeare. In this comedy of errors, entitled: "Brush Up Your Shakespeare," lasting 100 m.
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1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
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Genre:
Serio/Comedy
Parts:
Male: 4 Female: 4 Other: xtras 2-20
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Chris Carole<>Meet Santa
Synopsis:
FeeL! the excitement of Christmas, as Jen, Mel, and Rob playfully careen down the street! Bouncing happily over to Chris Carole, regaling her with how much she adds to Christmas tradition in Bethelton and then over to greet Santa collecting for the Homeless. While Jen the Snow Queen, sprinkles all with charmed Snow Flakes; promising to grant Chris her wish to be reunited with her 3 children. then happily exit.. . . Chris started out as a poor, young, married Street Musician; abandoned by her husband and forced to give up her 3 kids for adoption. Now she makes a meager living playing Christmas Music year round, with cassette player; Tambourine and Drum. Donating December earnings to the Soup Kitchen. Her children in their teens, and lonely for their birth Mom, but living with adoptive families, team up in her search., Santa, in addition to his job counseling; at Christmas, takes time off to collect for the Shelter; because they assisted him in his battle with alcoholism.. enabling him to get his degree and a job in Social Services. and gets involved in the Quest and Reunion of the Mom and the kids. Which inadvertently occurs when Santa and Chris now pals went for coffee and realized the 3 teens, coming to his office seeking their Mom, might be hers. He investigates, eureka! a Document proves she is! Happily reuniting , promising to keep in touch, especially at Christmas. the kids, exuberantly sing their version of Jingle Bells to the accompaniment of Tambourine & Drum and played by them for a Merry Christmas Happening
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1st Published:
JAC Publishing @ www.jacneed.com (2009)
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Genre:
Serio-Comic Christmas One act
Parts:
Male: 4 Female: 6 Other: 2 m/f
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Dickens Of A Christmas, A
Synopsis:
the Tree! the Tree! It's all about the Christmas Tree bursting with Life and Memories! A gift from God and Mother Nature!. . .That sprung to life in Germany, and is now an integral part of Christmas. . . Tune up Minds and Hearts now as we join Dickens on this exciting journey of this interpretation of his great story that takes us down life's paths through many Christmases. Moving warmly through the Victorian age when Ghost stories, were popular at Christmastime long before the advent of Media. Join us as we take you on this exciting journey where we relive the memories that each ornament brings to mind and the sheer thrill of mythical characters who come alive on stage--- Each ornament bursting alive with energy!. . . Happy stories going back through generations. . . the Birth of Christ, the Christmas Tree on which the essence of memories thrive.<>
Notes:
An easy to mount, fun to act , happy Christmas Play.
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1st Published:
Drama Source@ DramaSource.com (2013)
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Genre:
A Fun Humorous, Holiday Dramady!
Parts:
Male: 6 Female: 6 Other: Numerous, extra fun parts M/F.
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feliz navidad (sub.) 'a merry christmas epiphany'
Synopsis:
Come walk with these warm hearted people who carry a burden. Watch and listen carefully how they experience a Re-Birth thanks to caring people. In this spirited, uplifting, play, concerning the adventures of a 12 year old (or teen) Juan. Abandoned by his loving mother devastated by drugs, and a father he never met. Who finds himself catapulted into the street, no money, no place to live. Being a good natured kid, gifted with a natural singing voice and talent, attracts people including the Angels to him. Managing to survive in the Street on pluck and merit by singing Christmas Carols on Broadway in Bethlehem U.S.A. Fortunately for Juan; and in the Nick of time is rescued before Christmas by a kindly, street corner Santa. Sensing his dilemma, convinces Juan to follow him to the St. Nicholas Homeless Shelter. Where help's available from the Reverend, who saved Santa from his Demon alcohol, and nurtured him back with food, shelter but mostly love, understanding and hope and singing!
Notes:
A Christmas Fantasy in One act, 3 Scenes, 50 minutes long, (Makes ya wonder if the street corner santa is Santa?) It makes for an exciting story of today, of broken Families mending, re-united and an Epiphany in a topsy-turvy world. Through Love, Kindness, and Song!
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1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
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Genre:
Fantasy
Parts:
Male: 8 Female: 4 Other: Exras-10-25
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fifth dimension, the
Synopsis:
Ever been strung out like our players? Fall into a Vortex, attached by Strings from another Dimension, then irretrievably enhanced by romance? Well it happens here! As Lights come up; viewers are advised not to lose sight of their own Earthly Dimension for as quickly as you can say 'Collider,' they'll irrevocably be drawn into new Dimensions as are these unwary neighbors in this dark; "Comedy of Condos." As they are in this ungodly altercation! After tempers cooled the 4 became friends. Two of whom, more serious, believe they were married to each other in a different life. The other 2 fall into a relationship... When Diabolically who should enter their lives, but Auntie the Super in this Warp time polygon whom it soon becomes apparent is not fully indoctrinated in her job as the antichrist and in need of more intensive Brimstone Seasoning to be sent 100 years into the future; for which we can thank the "Collider/DNA/ Genomescope for helping us to that conclusion. Finally after some tense, diabolical, Champagne saturated moments our character's lives are reclaimed. Leaving the world in awe of the new world around and&under them!
Notes:
' In: "The 5th Dimension," subtitled: 'Brimstone, Strings and Other Things. A 120 minute dramedy is Hell's-a-Poppin fun that takes place in 3 Condos-1 Lab & 1Hellacious Cellar, Gateway to Hell! This Dark Dramedy launches the audience into multiple Dimensions, Strings, Theoretical Physics and Branes. Starring the 'Hadron Collider,' much in the news today with all of its 17 mile long + 300 feet of Electro-Mechanical Extravagance! Lying deep under your big toe; on the Border of France and Switzerland... Feel that Rumble? It's those nerdy scientists experimenting to find the cause of the Big Bang Theory!& But apparently thank Heavens no Black Hole for us yet! As finally Lights fade on "The 5th Dimension," its 2 Exciting Acts--- Act I-8 Scenes; Act II-10 scenes, with a functional set. (Incl. is a Cast List, Set Design Plot & production notes.)
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(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
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Genre:
Dramedy
Parts:
Male: 2 Female: 3 Other: -
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flight from mac dougal
Synopsis:
This is a dejected, young actor Jimmy's dilemma, his determination to end his life. Wearing a Superman Cape, Leotards and Sunglasses for his Flight from the Roof on Mac Dougal St. But is confronted by Sadie and her Award Winning (Kosher) Chicken Soup capable of curing almost anything who wanders up on the roof to sunbathe. Then shocked as she realizes he's about to end his life and tries to convince him otherwise& Up pops the vivacious Camille to sun. And is drawn into Jimmy's dilemma then Jonah, rumored Cat Burglar wanders up to catch some rays, eggs Jimmy onto his demise. Hopes for Media coverage .... Jim wanders to the rear of the roof, looks over the edge as if preparing to jump (hesitates)& Sadie, hoping to rescue Jim; extols her miraculous chicken Soup. To which he happily agrees! Then, all go to Sadie's pad ! Jim falters. Finds the pull of his Superman cape too powerful, his pain too great, since he's conveniently trailing, runs to the back of the Roof U.S.C.; back to audience, cape extended, shouts 'Up, Up and Away.' into immediate-- Blackout. (Dog Barks Jimmy's lament.)
Notes:
Place: Mac Dougal St., W. Village NYC, Rooftop/Old Tenement.
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1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
Music:
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Parts:
Male: - Female: - Other: -
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Fone Home
Synopsis:
It's what happens when Nick Obligatto calls his defunct, old Home phone number by mistake. (?) and eerily winds up with his deceased family offering him advice and a solution to all his Marital woes.
Notes:
Fairly uncomplicated set-Contemporary Costumes.
1st Produced:
Venue Theatre At Moberly In Singapore
2009
Organisations:
Singapore Poly Technic School
1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk (2007)
Music:
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Genre:
Comic-Heavenly-Farce (Two acts)
Parts:
Male: 4 Female: 2 Other: -
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Godmother I & the Grump That Stole Christmas
Synopsis:
It's almost Christmas and all through Headquarters of the Reformed Mafia of Godmother I, things are looking a lot like Christmas. When Boom! "It's December 7th," on the east side of Manhattan, where some Grump has stolen Christmas from the poor. all the toys, clothes and food for orphans and indigents of the neighborhood have been ripped off with no trace as to who did it. Godmother I, is devastated by the word, acts fast, puts her crew out into the neighborhood to get the stuff back , with NO strong arm stuff, strictly detective work and cajoling. Restoration the goal! If they can't do that then the Mafia will have to throw in the money so the poor of the neighborhood will have a Merry Christmas! But the perpetrator must be brought to justice! then it's a case of turning him into the police where punishment will be severe or dole out the Mafia justice to make an example of him. This must not happen again! they will succeed!
Notes:
(C 2003) (40-45 min.) Simple Production needs. Contemporary Costumes.
1st Produced:
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
Drama Source (2004)
Music:
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Genre:
Christmas Comedy One act
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 4 Other: -
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Godmother I, The
Synopsis:
Take a 3 story building on Mulberry St. Manhattan. Infuse it with a new Vogue, Renaissance, Female Mafia, after years of male dominance. Now everything is changed. the Mob now has an empathetic & fashion focus, where violence is replaced by female logic. their professional focus now on honest business ventures. But should one of their own go astray, they are judiciously. as was Tiny the Toad. caught selling drugs to kids, and sentenced to 7 yrs. at hard scullery labor in a Mob run Restaurant in the land of 12 foot snow Drifts, Buffalo, N.Y. the sentence fairly administered by the Godmother I, her Consigliere, Henrietta ' the brain,' her niece Sally 'the Figure' 7th ave. Fashion Capo, with Jerry the Twister disciplinarian. This then is the M.O. of this fair & judicious body of the new Vogue Mafiosa Women aiming to improve themselves, the Mafia and the World!
Notes:
(C 2003) Simple Production demands, with contemporary clothes. Approx: 20-25 min
1st Produced:
Sven Ordberg Th. Nordberg, Groton, Ma 1450
01 Dec 2003
Organisations:
Sven Ordberg Th. Co.
1st Published:
Drama Source (2003)
Music:
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Genre:
comedy One act
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 3 Other: -
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Godmother I---101
Synopsis:
Suddenly! We have women who have Shattered the Glass Ceiling and are in command of the Mafia with methods changing for the bette; the emphasis on education and style. No longer the violent organization it once was; their Goal now, to profit honestly, serve their community, and rebuild "the Family's Image." their plan: to invest in legitimate business. Seeing to it their children are educated and good citizens. Who achieve wealth honestly; attitude, fashions and style playing strong roles. However one fine day her loyal lieutenant (Mafia officer) Harry the Wasp stepped out of line by whacking a soldier (killing a Mobster). Who had made a pass at his girlfriend Jenny Wiggles; who told her boyfriend Harry, not thinking he would whack Carl the Cavalier, the indiscreet hood!. . . Contrary to the Godmother's policy. . . Naturally he needed reprimanding. So while pondering Carl's punishment---Surprise! He returns from his foiled-assassination!. . . Thus ameliorating the severity of the problem. . . Now the Question is: Will the new regime's legitimate approach to mob activities be successful under the leadership of Godmother I and her female entourage?. . . Bet your Glass Ceiling it WILL!
Notes:
With Simple set And modern costumes.
1st Produced:
Bennett Th. Co. 191 Newstead , Tasmania , 7250 (Us)
12 Aug 2009
Organisations:
Bennett Th. Co.
1st Published:
Drama Source@ DramaSource.com (2004)
Music:
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Genre:
Comedy One act
Parts:
Male: 4 Female: 5 Other: -
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Hamalot
Synopsis:
Is a Hilariously Funny Show! an all in One Show! With Modern Knights of Old, a Grail of Gold. Tales of Hamlette and elsenomore as yet untold! It brings Britain together with Denmark---(not easy.) True! there are Ghosts! No MeloDrama can survive without a Spook-or-Two. also a smelly but inoffensive horse of Sir Gawain; plus pseudo-thieves, (the worst kind!) Finally before one of the many anti-climaxes, Ghosts are put to rest and thieves to, arrest! While the Grail is returned unblemished to its rightful owners, while romance runs rampant. (G-Rated.) Now! all is Well in elsenomore. . . Which means it's time for a talent show (Optional) smack-dab in the Middle of the Muddle; that uses (School, & Community Talent.) all are welcome: entertainment their goal! If they're not so hot after giving it all they've got! It's back to Camelotte.
Notes:
Costumes: Contemporary. Set: Simple---Time:75-90 Min. According to length of Festival.
1st Produced:
The Ouachita Christian School, Monroe, Louisiana
2008
Organisations:
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1st Published:
Big Dog Plays (2008)
Music:
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Genre:
Melo-Dramalot One act
Parts:
Male: 7 Female: 8 Other: extras
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Legacy, The
Synopsis:
HystErical tale of a widow who cashes in on her Legacy of Deposits on Beer cans to bury her pickled spouse. and the low cost Funeral Home she decides to do business with. In order to treat her husband to a respectable (cheap) burial. Nothing too good for her Old Souse! Her dealings with the Inexpensive (cheap) Funeral Home Director and burial will have you falling out of your Pew; with that bodacious audacity of the widow. Needless to say it all comes in for a Crash Landing of an otherwise pickled, sober less, somnambulant, pickled life!
Notes:
One Act--- 20-25 min.- Simple Set--- Costumes: Contemporary
1st Produced:
Luther Prep, 1300 Western, Ave. Watertown, Wisconsin, 43094
05 Feb 2013
Organisations:
Luther Prep. School
1st Published:
Drama Source@ DramaSource.com (2003)
Music:
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Genre:
Deadly Farce One act
Parts:
Male: 2 Female: 2 Other: -
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Little Drummer Boy, The
Synopsis:
It's a blustery, snowy Christmas eve; and because the kids heard Santa. Sam the older sister, and Chris a child with M.S.; quietly slide down the stairs on their bellies and crawl into the living room; decorated, with a Tree, Creche and a live Santa Claus, with toy-bag. Who warns them not to wake the folks! Whom Chris had told he'd love a Drum, while Sam wanted an art Set. But there'd be no gifts this year. Dad having lost his job at the plant, and with Mom's salary barely keeping them in peanut butter sandwiches! So generous Santa, checked his Toy Bag, and yes! there were presents for them. . .Well they were ecstatic!. . . and the Miracle came later!. . . after Chris serenaded the Creche with his Drum; and Sam the artist sketched the Creche, it came alive ! Mary and Joseph warmly greeting the children, telling them how much they enjoyed their talent. . . Later, Chris tells them of his battle with M.S! So, overwhelmed with empathy ask the angel, Michaela if something could be done. No Miracle yet, but Chris did feel this strange tingling sensation. Whoa! Noises upstairs; Mom & Dad on the prowl! the Holy Family went back to the Creche, and all was back Normal. . . except the kids violated orders, by coming down early. But they managed to win the day by showing them the gifts, from Santa. . . and were told the Creche came alive, while Sam drew & Chris drummed. Now they knew the kids had lost it! Finally, Chris now attempts to prove Santa was real; runs to the window; and beckons the Family to check the hoof prints from the Reindeer. . . Now, they're impressed!. . . Leave it to Sam to wrench them out of their daze with: 'mom, Dad did you happen to notice Chris RaN, to the window?!. . .Miracle of Miracles!. . . Now Dad finds his paycheck with a HaPPY note, saying he wasn't laid off, after all. In a letter left by Santa. Now the Family is truly overwhelmed with Love, Joy and the Christmas Spirit!*
Notes:
a Lovely, Happy Christmas Story, with Pathos, Santa, Reindeer, Miracles, Presents And Joy for All! ******** And simple to Mount!
1st Produced:
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
JAC Publishing & Promotions, Sep 2010
Music:
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Genre:
Christmas, One act Play
Parts:
Male: 4 Female: 4 Other: Optional Choristers
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Little Miracle Of Bethlehem
Synopsis:
Journey with me as the angel Gabe visits Rebecca, widow of the finest Baker of Bethlehem. and tells her it's God's wish she and her 3 children visit the Christ child, by following the Star of Bethlehem, to the Nativity. Surprised, and ecstatic, this devout, close knit family, agree to go. . . all loved dearly by their hard working Mom; her 2 girls and son all handicapped: one blind, one deaf, and one with a cleft palette. Follow the angel's wishes; on a scary, adventurous journey--- experiencing a number of devilish encounters; arrive at the Nativity and greeted warmly by Mary & Joseph. Who suggest: 'touch the hem of Jesus' swaddling clothes, for Miraculous things sometimes happen!" they do, and God aware of their sacrifice, blessed them with a Miraculous healing which they weren't aware of till they said good-bye to the Holy Family and started home. then without realizing it; began to speak, hear, see and walk! It was a Miracle! then went back, & thanked them. Overcome with joy sing Oh Little Town of Bethlehem, on the journey Home!
Notes:
Simple Set---Costumes: Biblical. (40 min.) (C 2009)
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
JAC Publishing (2009)
Music:
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Genre:
Christmas Play: with Humor, Message, Pathos, adventure. One act
Parts:
Male: 9 Female: 4 Other: -
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Merry Women Of Windham, The
Synopsis:
a Garden Mystery or Victoria's Secret.' the women of Victoria's Garden Club devise novel ways of dealing with problems in their domestic relationships. all solutions are final, and permanent, requiring a fair amount of digging however. . . Victoria's Garden is very unusual in that it contains some very unusual and rare plantings. . . It's a wonderful, caring little Club where all Club members are blissfully contented. Until one cloudy day when the sun failed to shine; momentarily! When it seems the digging and the ceremonial chanting is brought to the attention of a policewoman who comes to investigate.
Notes:
Simple Set-Contemporary Costumes-approx: 55 m.
1st Produced:
The Stevens Theatre, Gettysburg College Pa
2005
Organisations:
Gettysburg College
1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk (2006)
Music:
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Genre:
Comedy-Mystery One act
Parts:
Male: - Female: 6 Other: -
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Miniscule Chronicles (Sub) Legend Of the Hudson Valley Gnomes, The
Synopsis:
This is an exciting Tale of 'the Miniscules' that have come off their Mountain to introduce themselves to Children of the World! Some who've never seen a Mini (Gnome). these shy 'Little Folk,' 'active in America's, and the Hudson's History; have been around 100's of years and more helpful Nature Lovers aiding people & animals, you'll never meet!
Notes:
an exciting Fantasy for children And enacted by children except for the grand old wizard which can be played by male or female. Based in part on History, full of wild Adventures And miraculous saves!
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1st Published:
Drama Source, Oct 2011
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Genre:
historical fantasy
Parts:
Male: 4 Female: 3 Other: 12 minis, dbl. as 3 bears
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Mirror Mirror On the Wall
Synopsis:
a couple move into a new home in Salem, Ma, only to find they are not alone
Notes:
Basic set, period costumes.
1st Produced:
Walton High School, Stafford, Uk
14 Oct 2010
Organisations:
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1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk
Music:
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Genre:
Comic scary Mystery
Parts:
Male: - Female: - Other: -
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Mystery Of the House Of the Seven Gables, The
Synopsis:
Welcome to Salem Mass. Witch Capital of the US. . .and Home of the House of the 7 Gables. . .Made famous by Nathaniel Hawthorn, who later lived in the same house once occupied by Judge Pyncheon., the Hanging Judge, during the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. . . the subject of my Spell Binding 40 min. Melo-Dramady; "the Mystery of the House of the 7 Gables." the House is now occupied by the 7 Gables. With their oldest tenants living there rent free, i.e. 2 Semi-Wicked Witches, 1 White, 1 Black, with their Spell Binding Book, Stuffed Cat, and Cauldron, for making delectable-wicked spells. . . all's been well until now, where we find the Gables happily dining at the Gable table and planning to make a huge basement space into a huge playroom space with fun for all the Gables. . .But witchery most foul!. . . For the 2 Witches claim that as their very own Den! Have! since 1692 when they moved in to haunt the Hanging Judge. With all being peaceful till now. However this sullies the accord with the witches refusing to be cajoled into taking another lesser Den in its place. This calls for action, so they decide to kidnap, Teeny, that sweet daughter, and threaten to render her speechless forever! If the family doesn't acquiesce and give them back their Den. Well the Gables, not to be outdone, offer them a super-sized Den, with all matter of huge beetles, and spiders, the better to make Gourmet Spells with! and a secret entrance to their own private Witch's Launching Pad to the Moonlit Sky over Salem Bay. then Spice it up by throwing in an original Witch's Cauldron from the trial of 1692. . . It's a deal they can't refuse and all are happy with, and Teeny once again can talk! the Family gets their new Playroom back on track. . . While the audience is thrilled, along with Cast, Crew, and the hardworking Director. Reminds'em of Home with all its Bewitching qualities!
Notes:
a delightfully mysterious And bewitching comedy in 40 minutes, And suitable for year round presentation
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1st Published:
JAC Publishing . . . Promotions Jul 2010
Music:
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Genre:
eerie comedy
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 6 Other: -
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Night Of the Living Cryonic Dead
Synopsis:
Back from the Frozen dead are these scary Frozen corpses that come to life in this one act Hilarious Horror play for all seasons. Girl and Boy Scout Camps are set up close to the Cryonic frozen Protection Storage Facility for Future Living, One Moonlit Night the Depraved caretakers thaw the bloodthirsty corpses releasing them to terrorize the Scouts. . .Who are clever enough to subdue the Zombies with Garlic and hypnotize them with (YeS!) Holey-Panty-Hose-Flags. Cajoling them with a scout song they lead them through the audience pied piper style. then back at the facility they discover all the Zombies really wanted were (Really?) Girl Scout Cookies.
Notes:
(C 2005) Costumes: Contemporary & Ghoulish (fun to create) Set:Simple--- Time 30-40 minutes.
1st Produced:
Stockton, Ca
2006
Organisations:
Stockton Unified School System
1st Published:
Contemporary Drama Service (2005). Now available through the author only! at--- contiplwrt12@earthlink.net
Music:
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Genre:
MeloDramatic-Comic Spooker One act
Parts:
Male: 8 Female: 8 Other: extras, up to 40 players,
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oracle of was, the
Synopsis:
A Dramedy that dissects universal issues with humor and pathos. And with 3 characters who do manage to escape from Society; realizing its loss is trying to reclaim them! Its key player-Nate Nicols with a Predilection to Dereliction. Retired from Society, a Prof. with PhD and a knowledge of the Universe under his stained baseball cap; so valuable is he (he predicted 911 a year before it happened) that politicians want to be counseled by him while terrorists kidnap him. For answers to your quizzical look; Envision their activities! Share their joys and sorrows. But feel no pity and don't get comfortable, because it'll wrench you from sobriety, while actively engaging you in remorse and laughter! Now enter the Arch (his abode.) It's here to stay! So are they! Then welcome 'The Oracle of Was' for answers to the Mysteries of Life! But hurry, Nate may have to EXIT this twisted, convoluted, Media-Mad Society! Before he's able to attempt to still the swill of the world with the aid of his friends. Politicos and volunteers joining forces in order to rescue the Disabled, Homeless, Indigent, and Vets and Hey! The rest of Society! Will they succeed? Stay for the Epiphany!
Notes:
Full length Dramedy in 2 ACTS with serious, political and social implications and comes pleasantly wrapped in old newspapers like Fish from the Fulton Fish Market. lasts approx. 2 Hours of spirited fun with a dash of 2 Ghostly Spirits& Characters are all lovable, funny, enigmatic, and sympathetic. It lives within a simple set, lighting, props & costuming mostly vintage Salvation Army& Its address could be called #1--- 5Th Ave. Washington Arch Square N.Y. affectionately called 'The WAS.' Nate's Home. And based in part on a rumored true story!
1st Produced:
Reading at the Howland cultural Center. Beacon, N.Y.
Sep 2010
Organisations:
Passing the Torch Through the Arts
1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
Music:
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Genre:
Dramedy
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 4 Other: doubling possible
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pushkin in purgatory with friends
Synopsis:
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Pushkin in Purgatory with Friends" is approx., 120 min. Dramedy Act I with 3 Scenes, Act II with 2 Scenes based on Russia's most famous Poet, Pushkin.
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1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
Music:
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Genre:
Dramedy
Parts:
Male: 5 Female: 3 Other: -
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Quadricentennial Military Pageant, The
Synopsis:
the Quadricentennial Military Pageant is a Dramatic Hudson River Revolutionary War Historic Pageant. and scheduled to be presented in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. May 2009. . .In Celebration of the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson's discovery and exploration of the Hudson River. and it's further exploration and development by Champlain, and Fulton and the steam boat. and the Dramatic attempt of england and their futile attempt during the Revolution to keep America as their Colony and. under their power. This fine Pageant depicts the struggle of the Colonists on the Hudson River during that Period. and celebrates the role Shipbuilding had played as executed by the Colonists and Patriots like the Livingstons during the Revolution in their attempt at keeping the Hudson free of British Men of War. Helping to bring the Revolution to a victorious end! With the Signing of the First State Constitution as the High Point.
Notes:
(approx. 30 min.) Costumes: Colonial- Period. Set Simple: Outdoors preferably, Indoors would work, (just less grand.) Approx 35-45m.
1st Produced:
On Historic Sight Of Revolutionary Ship Building Yards During The Revolution, Owned By Livingstons.
2009
Organisations:
City of Poughkeepsie NY as a Historic Quadricentennial Pageant for event: 05/26/09
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Music:
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Genre:
Historic Pageant One act
Parts:
Male: 13 Female: 1 Other: -
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requiem for an organist and the elixir of love mystery
Synopsis:
This Dramedy is mysterious and gripping. A case rare in the annals of criminology as it emerges without anay blood spilt! A Question, do you know who your friends are? Are any out to kill you? Seems this happened to our Organist, Will, at Grace Church, summarily, garroted, bitten by black widow spiders & Elixired. The puzzlement: he died suddenly and all 4 of his church quartet of singers, were driven to seduce or murder him! Seduction failed, Murder for them the only option. Convenient then, that evening there was a Halloween Fundraising Party for the organ! It seems inevitable that Will, was deserving of an unseemly demise due to his reputation as a choir loft Don Juan! Even Casey who came out of the closet to put a claim on Will was upset because it proved unrequited!... Will having finished his Requiem before dying of Natural Causes, unbeknownst to his attempted Murderers...But Stand by! As these facts are assembled by tough lady Inspector Grimm who proves , None of them is guilty of Murder. And pleased or not, cannot bask in the joy of having done the deed themselves! And able to leave as Free men and women never to mix murder and romance again! (31 lines)
Notes:
A One Act, Melo-Mystery-Dramedy, 6 Scenes, Single Unit Set, easy to mount, challenging, entertaining and engrossingly Funny!In 30- 35-min. So why, "Requiem for an Organist?" Simple: The World Needs to be informed that though these people who call themselves your Friends--- and perhaps lovers are capable of malevolent things. . .Anyway, it's a Fun Play!
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
Music:
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Genre:
Dramedy
Parts:
Male: 3 Female: 3 Other: -
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romeo & juliet-goin' steady & college bound, sub:'julie's a wreck at georgia tech---randy gets the point'
Synopsis:
Randy's been going steady with Julie for years. We meet them as actors in their High School production of Romeo and Juliet&playing starring roles. Decide to work on an improv to help them get a better feel for their roles& The two share many things in common; including theater and plan to go to Georgia Tech for Computer Engineering; both having applied there& Randy unknown to Julie has also applied to West Point. But doesn't feel he'll make it. Surprise!...He's accepted, thwarting their plans. Then Julie's accepted along with a partial scholarship and is going to Tech. Though he's also received word of acceptance by Tech, is off to West Point, because it's too great an opportunity. Figures upon graduation they can carry on their romance long distance, see each other at spring break, summertime, on leave and holidays. The Plan doesn't jel! Romance dissipates. Julie meets another who supplies her needs& Becomes a Techie in Computer Engineering. And the romance blunted when he gets a heartfelt Dear Randy letter announcing that their relationship sadly, has crumbled! 180 words 30 lines
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1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
Music:
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Genre:
Dramedy
Parts:
Male: 1 Female: 1 Other: -
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Shades Of Sylvia 'sos'
Synopsis:
a One act, Dramady in a 'Nutshell' with its fast paced 4 scenes unfolding dynamically; into 45 minutes of intrigue! the cast, verifiably insane, with George, boyfriend of Sylvia, shy about meeting people, content to be quietly buried in the basement. . . Watch carefully as Sylvia (ex-tenant), re-visits, to complete her painting masterpiece, left because she'd been evicted. . . anna and art now rent the duplex, and are surprised to find Sylvia still there, and threaten to call the law. . . But! she wins them over!---Continues to visit and paint. While along come anna's friends who drop in and stay awhile. then ariel, anna's College pal visits, with her suitcase of marital difficulties. When she leaves, anna falls for ariel's husband, Julio, guitar virtuoso with a Don Juan complex. . .By now arthur has had it with Julio, anna, & her friends. abandons the lot of them and Motors off to Boston;' Where the Women have more self control, and the Frost comes early.'
Notes:
Simple Set---Modern Costumes
1st Produced:
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
JAC Publishing @ www.jacneed.com (2009)
Music:
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Genre:
Dramady One act
Parts:
Male: 1 Female: 4 Other: -
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St Nicolas & Rudy
Synopsis:
St. Nick & Rudy have been asked by God to travel round the world, to better understand Holiday customs and visit nations to see how they celebrate Christmas. Traveling in the Capsule a colorful, stylized, space vehicle, large enough to hold them and gifts. adventures take them to Italy, Sweden, Spain, england & France. Countries with various dates & customs of celebration. On the journey they witness families focused on the worship of Christ and get to savor their personalities, lives and dreams. each visit punctuated with gift giving by St. Nick & Rudy. ending in the joyous realization that even though national customs vary. Many families enjoy the celebration of the birth of Christ, gift giving, ceremony, festive meals, singing and Love that Christmas brings! even God seems to smile down on all the happenings and seems pleased with the results of the trip even though there is a nut or two that needs tightening-but over all He's quite pleased. Thank You!
Notes:
(C 2003). 40-45 min. Prod. Notes incl. Finale: Working with separate casts bring them together in A celebration of nationalities. If A small flex cast-- St. Nicolas & Rudy in final scene; sing "We Wish You A Merry Christmas," As they Merrily make their way back to the Capsule to leave.
1st Produced:
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
Drama Source (2004)
Music:
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Genre:
Christmas Comedy with Religious Overtones. One act
Parts:
Male: 13 Female: 10 Other: doubling recommended
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Taming Of A Bull (Y)
Synopsis:
ever been bullied in school?. . . then you know how Dave felt---and at least can empathize with him. You see, Dave's nemesis Turk , is a High School Bully who has been consistently harassing him for weeks. Dave insists on handling the situation himself without any help from the family or the school staff. Fate however has a different plan as Turk suddenly finds himself with a scholastic problem . He won't graduate without some serious tutoring. Talk about irony ! the one who can help him most is Dave. Will Dave help?. . . Maybe?. . . If Tank agrees to pay all of his victims in full, along with a full apology.
Notes:
Simple set, contemporary costumes, Approx: 40 m.
1st Produced:
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
JAC Publishing @ www.jacneed.com (2006)
Music:
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Genre:
Dramady on Bullying One act
Parts:
Male: 2 Female: 3 Other: -
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Wenceslas A Christmas Pageant
Synopsis:
all the ingredients you'll need are in this exciting, play. the juice, honey and a pinch of cinnamon added into this Christmas Wassail Bowl of Fun. Its Cast of 20 is Flex Castable, expandable, Genderific, with Doubling possible. This is a fictionalized version of the happier part of Wenceslas' life. Showing him to be a caring human being, benevolent to the underprivileged; while loving the Arts which fits right in with the Christmas Spirit. then a-bra-ca-da-brah! We get to sample the great Carol , "Good King Wenceslas" by the Reverend John M. Neale, (even before it was written.) Quite a trick in the 14th Century, it's just one more card hiding up the good King's sleeve. there's fun here for everyone who joyfully go out singing, in a Merry Christmas Mood!
Notes:
(C 2005) (Flex-Castable) Prod. Notes incl. Simple Set---early Costumes. 40 -45 Min.
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
JAC Publishing (2009)
Music:
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Genre:
Humorous Christmas Pageant One act
Parts:
Male: 11 Female: 9 Other: 2 M. extras, Guards.
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womb to tomb
Synopsis:
Womb to Tomb is a journey into the unexplored vistas of the "Womb, "and its inhabitants. In it we'll explore how the lives of Moms to be, and Babies to be will play out an amazing scenario. In which Moms, and fetuses become friends; make plans for the future and actually fulfill their goals& Deliver Babies, study what goes on in those little brains while still in there and actually listen to them wondering what that racket is in there anyway?! Then have the nerve to write books about them and be so bold as to even attempt to live normal lives as all of this is going on& It's a tantalizing and absorbing subject that will tickle the proverbial and titillate the inevitable! (19 lines)
Notes:
This full length Womb-sical /Farcical Play; "Womb to Tomb, "takes approx. 90 minutes which you won't even notice as it smiles by you& You'll notice how easy it is to mount and cast& Casting guaranteed fun with some interesting doubling where 7 becomes 5 with doubling. There's some fact in here but more farce and foible than you could shake an OBGYN's stethoscope at with a surprise visit from a Groucho-Harpo-Esque interloper&It's the proverbial hook in the scenario!
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Organisations:
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1st Published:
(publ.in-: a twenty first century contemporary cavalcade of plays), CreateSpace/ Amazon & Kindle, Mar 2017
Music:
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Genre:
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Parts:
Male: 2 Female: 4 Other: 1 transsexual
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