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Freeze Tag

Short Play, Comedy  /  2w

Jacquelyn Reingold

In Jacquelyn Reingold's touching play, called "gripping" and "hilarious" by The New York Times, two women are forced to confront who they are, who they were, and what it means to be a friend.

Freeze Tag

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2w
  • Duration
    Duration
    30 minutes

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Summary
When Andrea tries to buy a newspaper in New York's East Village, she is thrust into an emotional journey she will never forget. The newsstand vendor seems to know the most intimate secrets of her entire life. She even knows who her boyfriend is sleeping with and why. In this funny and touching play, two women are forced to confront who they are, who they were, and what it means to be a friend.
History
Freeze Tag premiered off-Broadway at The Working Theatre in New York City on June 7, 1989. Directed by Evan Handler, the production featured Lyn Greene and Julie Boyd.
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ALDRICH – Late twenties. Tough and worn-out looking.
ANDREA – Late twenties. Delicate looking.
  • Time Period Present Day, 1980s
  • Setting A summer night on the street in New York's East Village.
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Duration 30 minutes
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

Media

“Gripping... the revelations rise from the amusing to the hilarious.” – The New York Times

“An extraordinary play... unforgettable.” – Back Stage

“Really terrific.” – The New York Press


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