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The Ferry

Short Play, Comedy  /  1w, 1m

Ryan Hill

A pick-up line ("Are you from Staten Island?") turns metaphysical as a woman from Iowa tries to explain how the world works to an insulated Staten Island native. Originally commissioned by a benefit for families of busboys, dishwashers, and other
non-salaried restaurant workers in the World Trade Center.

The Ferry

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w, 1m
  • Suggested Use
    • Scene work
    • Competition or audition material
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult
Accolades
Accolades
  • Winner! Samuel French Off Off Broadway Festival

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Summary
A pick-up line ("Are you from Staten Island?") turns metaphysical as a woman from Iowa tries to explain how the world works to an insulated Staten Island native. As she speaks, she reveals her prejudices while he, though limited in perception and worldliness, displays the ability to accept what he sees and meet others on equal footing. The Ferry was commissioned by a benefit for families of busboys, dishwashers, and other non-salaried restaurant workers in the World Trade Center. Published in Off Off Broadway Festival Plays, 28th Series.
History
The Ferry was written for and originally produced by Melissa Rayworth in October 2001 as part of Big City, Short Plays - A Benefit Evening for Windows on Hope. The play was subsequently performed at the Vital Theatre Company in New York City in May 2002. It was directed by Karen Sommers.
Keywords
Performing Groups
WOMAN
MAN
  • Time Period New Millennium/21st Century
  • Setting The Staten Island Ferry.
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

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Authors

Ryan Hill

Ryan Hill
Born and raised in northern Wisconsin, Ryan Hill has lived in Berlin and New York and currently resides in Minneapolis. Also a performer and director, he is a Fulbright Scholar and has worked with seminal director Robert Wilson.
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