Walking on the Moon

Walking on the Moon

Walking on the Moon

Walking on the Moon

Overview

This fresh, highly original comedy tells the story of ex-astronaut Chad Williams, the last man ever to walk on the moon … and the only man to have a hit-and-run accident on the lunar surface!  Back in the ‘70s, Chad accidentally slammed into his co-pilot with the lunar rover, leaving the poor guy in a coma ever since!   Permanently blacklisted by NASA, Chad has been reduced to a life of shame and humiliation, eking out a living as a third-rate celebrity pitchman on late-night TV commercials (“carpet so soft, you’ll swear you’re walking on the moon!”).   Chad is presented with an opportunity to redeem himself and regain his place in the spotlight.  The only problem is, there are strings attached … as well as possible murder charges!  In spite of his reservations, Chad throws caution to the wind and blasts off into an orbit of celebrity infamy.  He is soon surrounded by colorful crackpots and conniving con-men …  and ultimately wishes he were still up there, “Walking on the Moon.”

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Cautions

  • Caution Alcohol Alcohol
  • Caution Mild Adult Mild Adult Themes

Details

  • Genre: Not Applicable
  • Time Period: Contemporary, Present Day
  • Cast Attributes: Ensemble cast, Reduced casting (Doubling Possible), Flexible cast size, Room for Extras, Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle), Strong Role for Leading Woman (Star Vehicle), Parts for Senior Actors
  • Target Audience: Appropriate for all audiences

Authors

Jason Milligan

Jason Milligan's many stage plays have been performed in numerous productions across the United States, as well as in Canada and Europe. Thirty-seven of his plays are now published by the Samuel French imprint of Concord Theatricals, including ...And Then the Rain Came to May ...

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