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Dumbbell People in a Barbell World

Monologues, Comedy  /  8w, 5m

Dan Blue

This tender, humorous portrait of the world's underdogs is presented in three interconnected one acts: The Immovable Gordons, The Little Lady of Friday Night and The Man with the Tranquil Mind. …

Dumbbell People in a Barbell World

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    8w, 5m
  • Duration
    Duration
    105 Minutes
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult, Senior, Teen (Age 14 - 18)

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Summary
This tender, humorous portrait of the world's underdogs is presented in three interconnected one acts: The Immovable Gordons, The Little Lady of Friday Night and The Man with the Tranquil Mind.
History
Dumbbell People in a Barbell World first premiered at the Cricket Theatre in New York City on February 14, 1962 and was directed by George Mallonee.
Keywords
Performing Groups
THE IMMOVABLE GORDOND

BUD GORDON
KATE GORDON
GEORGE GORDON
ALICE LAMPKIN
UNCLE CHARLIE


THE LITTLE LADY OF FRIDAY NIGHT

MRS. REED
RAY
ALICE LAMPKIN
MR. MORGAN
ANDREW ABLE


THE MAN WTIH THE TRANQUIL MIND
MRS. BURRIS
MRS. GORDON
MRS. HOENIG
MRS. WAGNER
EUNICE STACEY
ANDREW ABLE
MARTHA

  • Time Period Present Day
  • Features Contemporary Costumes / Street Clothes
  • Duration 105 Minutes

Music

  • Musical Style N/A (Not a musical)
  • Vocal DemandsN/A (Not a musical)
  • Chorus Size N/A (Not a musical)

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  • Minimum Fee: $110 per performance

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Dan Blue

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