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The Open Road

Short Play, Comedy  /  1w, 2m

Mixes contemporary and classic language, as a young man is so inspired by poet Walt Whitman that he decides to impersonate him, much to the dismay of his parents. This play was chosen by the University of Scranton for their freshman orientation. …

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w, 2m
  • Duration
    Duration
    30 minutes
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Not Applicable
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Appropriate for all audiences, Adult, Pre-Teen (Age 11 - 13), Teen (Age 14 - 18)

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Summary
Mixes contemporary and classic language, as a young man is so inspired by poet
Walt Whitman that he decides to impersonate him, much to the dismay of his
parents. This play was chosen by the University of Scranton for their freshman
orientation.
Cast Attributes
THE CAST: (1f, 2m)

The Mother - Amanda Sommers.........40's

The Father - Jack Sommers...............40's

The Son - Allen Sommers.............17


The mother and father can be, and are most often, played by high school actors.

  • Time Period Contemporary, Present Day
  • Setting A modern living room in suburbia.
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Additional Features Not Applicable
  • Duration 30 minutes
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

Media

"This play was chosen by the University of Scranton for their freshman orientation. All incoming freshman were given a copy.

"'The Open Road' is a great play. It brings across a very good point to cherish your children and take time out for them because they grow up fast."" - The
Skyliner, North Greenville College

Music

  • Musical Style N/A (Not a musical)

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: $65 per performance

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Authors

Brad C. Slaight

Brad Slaight grew up in Cedar Springs, Michigan, which is known for its annual Red Flannel Festival. Discovering his acting roots early, his first stage role was Christopher Robin at the Kent Theater. After graduation, he attended Grand Rapids Junior College for one year, fol ...

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