A SAMUEL FRENCH, INC. TITLE

The Key

Short Play, Drama  /  2w, 2m

Brian Way

NOTICE: Please be advised, this title is from the Samuel French Vault and is made from a scan of an archived manuscript. We hope you’ll treasure this glimpse into theatre history.

The Key

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2w, 2m
  • Duration
    Duration
    60 minutes (1 hour)
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Adventure, Theatre for Young Audiences

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Summary
A drought-ridden community can save itself only by journeying across the mountains to a land where rain falls in abundance. A mysterious stranger takes charge of the people with ruthless discipline, commanding that all traveling water be stored under lock and key. The journey involves active participation of the entire audience for a full 3/4 of the play.
  • Additional Features Audience Participation/Interactive
  • Duration 60 minutes (1 hour)

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Brian Way

Brian Way
Brian Way (1923 – 2006), a British teacher, director, and writer, is credited with originating educational theater for children. He and Margaret Faulkes, in founding the Theatre Center in London, introduced the concept of informal theatrical performances in school, and the ex ...
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