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Lorraine Thompson

LORRAINE THOMPSON

  
Nationality:    USA
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Lorraine Thompson holds a B.A. degree in Education from Auburn University of Montgomery and an M.F.A. in Theatre from the University of GeorgiA. From September to May, Ms. Thompson currently heads the Drama Department and teaches middle school and upper school Drama at Athens Academy. During the summer months, Ms. Thompson works as a professional actress. Her credits include the HigHLAnds Playhouse, Lees McRae Summer Theatre, the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, the Appalachian Educational and Historical Society, and the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. She is a member of the Southeastern Theatre Conference and the Educational Theatre Association.

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below is a list of Lorraine Thompson's plays - click on a Play Title for more information

         Romancers, The         Stories Under the Big Top         Storyville         Tartuffe         Way of the World, The

Romancers, The

Synopsis:
Dreamy young lovers Lelio and Silvia must keep their love a secret from their fathers, who are fierce rivals. Will a scheme featuring the loveable Arlecchino (whose main occupation is taking money from others) and a quartet of bumbling bandits save the day? Middle and high school actors will revel in this fast-paced, uproarious one act complete with screwball antics and a cast of madcap characters including two saucy servants, a lovable miser, and a host of zanies. It is this type of slapstick humor that makes the performance style of commedia dell'arte a perfect match for young actors.

Notes:
Adapted by Jenny Newell Cook And Lorraine Thompson from Edmond Rostand's "the Romancers"

1st Produced:
Athens Academy, Athens, GA    -

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1st Published:
Eldridge Press, 2004   -

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Genre:
Adaptation One Act

Parts:
Male:  5            Female:  4            Other:  4 flexible, extras

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Stories Under the Big Top

Synopsis:
Step right up and sit right down to hear some of the greatest stories ever told! Stories of faith, family, greed, magic, and bravery! Stories to teach, bedazzle, amaze, and entertain. Where better to listen to these stories but. . .Under the Storytime Big Top!

Notes:
This short children's play has flexible casting. Minimum cast size is 14. Most characters can be played by male or female Actors. the play has A circus theme. Juggling, plate spinning, stilt walking, And clowning skills could easily be incorporated.

1st Produced:
Athens Academy, Athens, GA    -

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1st Published:
Pioneer Drama Service, Inc (2007)   -

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Genre:
Children's play

Parts:
Male:  -            Female:  -            Other:  various

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Storyville

Synopsis:
Storyville is a medley of your favorite children's stories retold and interwoven to bring fairy tale delight to the faces of today's children while introducing them to classic characters like the Little Red Hen and the Gingerbread Man. A play sure to entertain all ages with its delightful humor

Notes:
This play is very flexible when it comes to casting. there Are forty-five characters; however, the play can be done with As few As seven Actors

1st Produced:
Athens Academy, Athens, GA    -

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1st Published:
I E Clark, 2002   -

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Genre:
Children's play Youth Audience

Parts:
Male:  -            Female:  -            Other:  variable

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Tartuffe

Synopsis:
the wealthy Orgon is a man of principle, but he is easily duped by Tartuffe, a sinister con man, who, under the guise of being a pious, righteous man, has set out to steal Orgon's estate, seduce his wife, and marry his daughter.

Notes:
Performance Time: Approximately 60 minutes

1st Produced:
Athens Academy, Athens, GA    -

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Genre:
Satire One Act

Parts:
Male:  7            Female:  5            Other:  2 flexible

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Way of the World, The

Synopsis:
This easy-to-stage adaptation of William Congreve's Restoration masterpiece features a hilarious cast of aristocratic rogues and schemers who are determined to prevent the marriage of two young lovers, Mr. Mirabell and Millamant. Millamant's fortune rests on marrying a suitor who has been approved by her rich aunt, Lady Wishfort. But Lady Wishfort detests Mr. Mirabell because he pretended to be in love with her just to gain access to Millamant. To win both Millamant and her fortune, Mr. Mirabell has concocted a plot to dupe Lady Wishfort into marrying his servant, Mr. Waitwell. then Mr. Mirabell will pretend to discover the imposter and release Lady Wishfort from the marriage on condition that she allow him to marry Millamant. the plan seems as though it may succeed, but the greedy, adulterous Mr. Fainall hears of Mr. Mirabell's scheme and sets forth his own plot to gain access to the inheritance. Twists and turns abound as layers of deceit, greed, and villainy are peeled away. Considered one of the greatest of all Restoration comedies, this play's witty repartee, colorful characters, and acts of human folly will delight audiences.

Notes:
This is An Adaptation of William Congreve's restoration comedy

1st Produced:
Athens Academy, Athens, GA    -

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Genre:
Classic Adaptation

Parts:
Male:  7            Female:  10            Other:  4 flexible, opt. extras

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