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Because I Wanted to Say

Short Play, Dramatic Comedy  /  1w, 1m

AIDS has taken Steven, Ann's best friend. She relives funny, touching, and important moments from their long friendship in her mind, trying to come to terms with his death and to make sure that nothing is left unsaid.

Because I Wanted to Say

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w, 1m
  • Duration
    Duration
    10 minutes
  • Suggested Use
    • Scene work
    • Competition or audition material
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult, Teen (Age 14 - 18)
Accolades
Accolades
  • Winner! Samuel French Off Off Broadway Festival

Details

Summary

AIDS has taken Steven, Ann's best friend. She relives funny, touching, and important moments from their long friendship in her mind, trying to come to terms with his death and to make sure that nothing is left unsaid.

Published in Off Off Broadway Festival Plays, 22nd Series.

History

Because I Wanted to Say was first presented as part of the Turnip Theatre Company's 15-Minute Play Festival in New York City. The play was subsequently chosen for the 22nd Annual Samuel French Off-Off-Broadway Festival at the Harold Clurman Theatre in New York.  Both productions were directed by the author.

ANN - very pretty, mid-20s to early 30s
STEVEN - handsome, also mid-20s to early 30s

  • Time Period 1990s, 1980s
  • Setting

    Ann's attic. The present.

  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Additional Features Not Applicable
  • Duration 10 minutes
  • Cautions
    • Mild Adult Themes

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: $65 per performance

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Authors

Sean O'Donnell

Sean O’Donnell is the author of the plays Because I Wanted to Say (published by Samuel French), Brechtian Alienation, Deep Dish, The Cherry Sisters, The Strict and Savage Heart, and The Lost Boys in The Band.  Produced regionally, Off-Off Broadway, and by NAMT and NYMF. BA Va ...
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