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Second Chance

Short Play, Dramatic Comedy  /  2w

Elyse Nass

"Has marvelous themes: Life is short, make every minute count, one is never too old to learn and grow, and don't feel guilty for enjoying what you are doing even if others disapprove.... Powerful and meaningful." - Queens Chronicle

Second Chance

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2w
  • Duration
    Duration
    40 minutes
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Mystery/Thriller, Not Applicable
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult, Senior

Details

Summary
Originally published in the esteemed Chilton Publishing's Best Short Plays series, this superb one act - with excellent roles for elderly performers - has had many productions in the United States and abroad. A widow has decided to begin a new life and her married neighbor tries to put a damper on her aspirations.
History
SECOND CHANCE was presented by the Quaigh Theatre in New York City.
Keywords
Performing Groups
RITA - late 60s, vivacious, trying to appear buoyant.
EVELYN - mid 60s, but she looks tired and is letting things take their course.

Both female characters can be played by women in their 50s and up.

  • Time Period Contemporary, Present Day
  • Setting The nicely furnished living room of Rita's home, a small apartment in New York City. 
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Additional Features No intermission
  • Duration 40 minutes
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

Media

"Has marvelous themes: Life is short, make every minute count, one is never too old to learn and grow, and don't feel guilty for enjoying what you are doing even if others disapprove...Powerful and meaningful." - Queens Chronicle

"A delightful comedy with wisdom and insight." - San Diego Senior Life

"Witty, fluid and poignant, brimming with idealism." - Business Times

Music

  • Musical Style N/A (Not a musical)
  • Vocal DemandsN/A (Not a musical)
  • Chorus Size N/A (Not a musical)

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: $55 per performance
    $90 with other plays in collection

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Authors

Elyse Nass

Elyse Nass
Elyse Nass is a New York City based, award winning playwright. Her plays have been produced in New York, around the United States, Canada and abroad. Her trilogy, Three One Act Plays About the Elderly is published by Samuel French. The plays included in this collection are Se ...
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