The Gate

The Gate

The Gate

The Gate

The Gate

Overview

One of Paterson's celebrated shorts from his collection, The Blonde and Other Slight Distractions. Perfect for scene studies, two person auditions, scene nights and showcases, providing a wide variety of characters both humorous and thought provoking. In The Gate, John is killed in a traffic accident and finds himself at the Pearly Gates. Much to his surprise they are in the process of being painted, and The Devil in various disguises is constantly trying to get through.

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Cautions

  • Caution Mild Adult Mild Adult Themes

Authors

David L. Paterson

An Award-winning playwright and screenwriter, David has penned over two-dozen plays, 15 of which are published through Samuel French, Inc. His works have been performed on Broadway, Off Broadway and throughout the world. He is the only playwright ever to have three plays pre ...
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