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Houdini Will Die

Short Play, Drama  /  1w, 2m

Sage Voorhees

The obsessive scientist, David, is constantly working on his experiments to improve human memory. As his studies and tests consume him, he struggles to hold onto reality, and the fading memory of his departed wife.

Houdini Will Die

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w, 2m
  • Duration
    Duration
    10 minutes
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult, Teen (Age 14 - 18)

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Summary
The obsessive scientist, David, is constantly working on his experiments to improve human memory. As his studies and tests consume him, he struggles to hold onto reality, and the fading memory of his departed wife. 
History
Houdini Will Die comes from the nationally recognized Educational Theatre Association's Thespian Playworks competition. 
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Performing Groups
DAVID - A scientist, late 40s to mid 50s, trying to develop a drug that will enhance memory. He himself has poor memory retention. 
HELEN - The loving wife of David, late 40s to mid 50s. Always “stops to smell the roses” and wishes that her husband would do the same.  
TERRY - (Male) An overeager intern, mid 20s, works with David on his research. 

  • Time Period Contemporary, Present Day
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Duration 10 minutes

Media

Publishied in the collection Thespian Playworks 2013. 

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

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Sage Voorhees

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