SEVENTEEN STITCHES
A one-act dark comedy/thriller
by Tara Meddaugh
Two teenagers meet in a vortex-like space between opposing lines of people. While Rachel is simply passing the time before she returns to her place in line, Peter has stepped out of his line in protest. As the lines begin to close in on them, he must make a life-altering decision by choosing to continue forging his path in his father’s line, or join the haunting allure of Rachel’s line, the “line of diamonds.”
“This two hander by Tara is incredible, so tense and moving it's fantasy world where the demise of the people in each line is never fully explained. There lies the beauty and creativity of this play. Both characters are strong and driven while not knowing their fate, their bond forms quickly just the same. Excellent, dramatic work!” - Christopher P.
DETAILS
Cast: 1 male, 1 female
Age: Teen to young adult
Genre: dark comedy/drama/thriller
Set: minimal, an open space
Running time: Approximately 25 minutes
Great for: exploring theater of the absurd, dark comedy and drama, comedic thriller, great room for unique direction, staging and creative design, both characters are excellent roles for actor to sink their teeth into, mystery, great for thoughtful conversation
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Production by Harlequin Players (dir Bob Frame).