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The Shining Mountains

Short Play, Dramatic Comedy  /  1w, 8m, 1boy(s)

"Funny, touching, delightful.... An original play with knife edged characterizations." - New York Daily News.

The Shining Mountains

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w, 8m, 1boy(s)
  • Suggested Use
    • UIL Approved
    • Competition or audition material

Details

Summary
At a deserted mountain cabin, a wandering minstrel sings a ballad that evokes events 15 years past. The three fur trappers who lived there adopted a boy, the sole survivor of a wagon train attacked by Indians. A missionary couple claim the boy, who is finally won over by the motherly woman. The trappers decided to make the trek west-- to protect them. Finally the balladeer's identity is revealed.
  • Cautions
    • Mild Adult Themes

Media

"Funny, touching, delightful.... An original play with knife edged characterizations." - New York Daily News.

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: $65 per performance

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Authors

Dale Wasserman

Dale Wasserman (1914-2008) wrote for theater, television and film for more than 50 years and is best known for the musical Man of La Mancha, a multiple Tony Award winner.

He also wrote the stage play One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, based on Ken Kesey’s novel, which has won s ...

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