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Nicholas Conti

NICHOLAS CONTI  

 Nationality:    USA
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Nicholas Conti DGa---Born in the Shadow of the Verrazano Bridge , Brooklyn; educated at St. John's U; & CUNY in Communications. U.S. Navy for 4 Years, traveling widely. attended The American academy of Dramatic arts, American Theater Wing and announcer Training Studios, NYC. Studied Voice, acting , Music privately & Dance at June Taylor's. Have had 20 yrs as a Professional actor/Singer/Radio announcer; as a member of aEa, SaG, aGMa & aFTRa, Unions. a Playwright for 15 yrs. with 20 published Plays/5 Publishers. . . In Nov. 2005 won an award at Gettysburg College for their, One act Play Festival with Performances and Honorarium, for "The Merry Women of Windham," later published by Lazy Bee Scripts UK. and recently achieving 2nd place in the Confined Div. in the Dundrum One act Play Festival in Oct/Nov 2009, Dublin Ireland; performed by The Trinity Drama Group. . . and was also Commissioned by The City of Poughkeepsie, NY. .to write the Pageant for their "Quadricentennial," presented in May 2009. . .

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 Alessandro         Chris Carole<>Meet Santa         Dickens Of A Christmas, A         Fone Home         Godmother I & The Grump That Stole Christmas         Godmother I, The         Godmother I---101         Hamalot         Legacy, The         Little Drummer Boy, The         Little Miracle Of Bethlehem         Merry Women Of Windham, The         Miniscule Chronicles (Sub) Legend Of The Hudson Valley Gnomes, The         Mirror Mirror On The Wall         Mystery Of The House Of The Seven Gables, The         Night Of The Living Cryonic Dead         Quadricentennial Military Pageant, The         Shades Of Sylvia 'sos'         St Nicolas & Rudy         Taming Of A Bull (Y)         Wenceslas A Christmas Pageant

Alessandro

Synopsis:
The Tale of alessandro Stradella Musical Lover (That is Music Lover as in Musician and Lothario, and Teacher not as in fan of Rodgers & Hammerstein .) His affair with his pupil , Contessa Maria Cortese, sparks the wrath of her husband. Just one of the enraged cuckolds alessandro has left in his wake.

Notes:
Basic set, period costumes.

1st Produced:
Garrison Depot Theater, Garrison NY (a Reading)    2002

Company:
Philipstown Depot Theater Co.

1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk (2006)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Period Comedy One act

Parts:
Male:  2            Female:  2            Other:  2 off stg. Bravi (assassins)

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Chris Carole<>Meet Santa

Synopsis:
FEEL! The Excitement of Christmas, as Jen, Mel, and Rob playfully careen down the street! Bouncing happily over to Chris Carole, regaling her with how much she adds to Christmas tradition in Bethelton and then over to greet Santa collecting for the Homeless. While Jen the Snow Queen, sprinkles all with charmed Snow Flakes; promising to grant Chris her wish to be reunited with her 3 children. Then happily exit.. . . Chris started out as a poor, young, married Street Musician; abandoned by her husband and forced to give up her 3 kids for adoption. Now she makes a meager living playing Christmas Music year round, with cassette player; Tambourine and Drum. Donating December earnings to the Soup Kitchen. Her children in their teens, and lonely for their birth Mom, but living with adoptive families, team up in her search., Santa, in addition to his job counseling; at Christmas, takes time off to collect for the Shelter; because they assisted him in his battle with alcoholism.. Enabling him to get his degree and a job in Social Services. and gets involved in the Quest and Reunion of the Mom and the kids. Which inadvertently occurs when Santa and Chris now pals went for coffee and realized the 3 teens, coming to his office seeking their Mom, might be hers. He investigates, Eureka! a Document proves she is! Happily reuniting , promising to keep in touch, especially at Christmas. The kids, exuberantly sing their version of Jingle Bells to the accompaniment of Tambourine & Drum and played by them for a Merry Christmas Happening

Notes:
-

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Jac Publishing @ www.jacneed.com (2009)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Serio-Comic Christmas One act

Parts:
Male:  4            Female:  6            Other:  2 m/f

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Dickens Of A Christmas, A

Synopsis:
a funny, family (G rated) Christmas Comedy- -approx. 40 Min. long. and based upon Dickens' characters, coming together at a Christmas Reunion Banquet thrown by him. Where, in the course of the evening, Evil auntie (anti) Christmas, who is also anti-Dickens, shows up and attempts to destroy his Legacy and reputation, until thwarted by Tiny Tim who bravely thwarts her plan to destroy things!

Notes:
Simple Set- Costumes: Period. And Simple Production Features.! It's Flex- Castable; with Extras Galore!

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Drama Source@ DramaSource.com (2009)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Christmas Comedy One act

Parts:
Male:  9            Female:  7            Other:  4 M/F+ extras

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Fone Home

Synopsis:
It's what happens when Nick Obligatto calls his defunct, old Home phone number by mistake. (?) and Eerily winds up with his deceased family offering him advice and a solution to all his Marital woes.

Notes:
Fairly uncomplicated set-Contemporary Costumes.

1st Produced:
Venue Theatre at Moberly in Singapore    2009

Company:
Singapore Poly Technic School

1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk (2007)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Comic-Heavenly-Farce (Two acts)

Parts:
Male:  4            Female:  2            Other:  -

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Godmother I & The Grump That Stole Christmas

Synopsis:
It's almost Christmas and all through Headquarters of the Reformed Mafia of Godmother I, things are looking a lot like Christmas. When Boom! "It's December 7th," on the East side of Manhattan, where some Grump has stolen Christmas from the poor. all the toys, clothes and food for orphans and indigents of the neighborhood have been ripped off with no trace as to who did it. Godmother I, is devastated by the word, acts fast, puts her crew out into the neighborhood to get the stuff back , with NO strong arm stuff, strictly detective work and cajoling. Restoration the goal! If they can't do that then the Mafia will have to throw in the money so the poor of the neighborhood will have a Merry Christmas! But the perpetrator must be brought to justice! Then it's a case of turning him into the police where punishment will be severe or dole out the Mafia justice to make an example of him. This must not happen again! They will succeed!

Notes:
(C 2003) (40-45 min.) Simple Production needs. Contemporary Costumes.

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Drama Source (2004)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Christmas Comedy One act

Parts:
Male:  3            Female:  4            Other:  -

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Godmother I, The

Synopsis:
Take a 3 story building on Mulberry St. Manhattan. Infuse it with a new Vogue, Renaissance, Female Mafia, after years of male dominance. Now everything is changed. The Mob now has an empathetic & fashion focus, where violence is replaced by female logic. Their professional focus now on honest business ventures. But should one of their own go astray, they are judiciously. as was Tiny the Toad. caught selling drugs to kids, and sentenced to 7 yrs. at hard scullery labor in a Mob run Restaurant in the land of 12 foot snow Drifts, Buffalo, N.Y. The sentence fairly administered by the Godmother I, her Consigliere, Henrietta ' the brain,' her niece Sally 'the Figure' 7th ave. Fashion Capo, with Jerry the Twister disciplinarian. This then is the M.O. of this fair & judicious body of the new Vogue Mafiosa Women aiming to improve themselves, the Mafia and the World!

Notes:
(C 2003) Simple Production demands, with contemporary clothes. Approx: 20-25 min

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Drama Source (2003)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
comedy One act

Parts:
Male:  3            Female:  3            Other:  -

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Godmother I---101

Synopsis:
Suddenly! We have women who have Shattered the Glass Ceiling and are in command of the Mafia with methods changing for the bette; the emphasis on education and style. No longer the violent organization it once was; their Goal now, to profit honestly, serve their community, and rebuild "The Family's Image." Their plan: to invest in legitimate business. Seeing to it their children are educated and good citizens. Who achieve wealth honestly; attitude, fashions and style playing strong roles. However one fine day her loyal lieutenant (Mafia officer) Harry the Wasp stepped out of line by whacking a soldier (killing a Mobster). Who had made a pass at his girlfriend Jenny Wiggles; who told her boyfriend Harry, not thinking he would whack Carl the Cavalier, the indiscreet hood!. . . Contrary to the Godmother's policy. . . Naturally he needed reprimanding. So while pondering Carl's punishment---Surprise! He returns from his foiled-assassination!. . . Thus ameliorating the severity of the problem. . . Now the Question is: Will the new regime's legitimate approach to mob activities be successful under the leadership of Godmother I and her female entourage?. . . Bet your Glass Ceiling it WILL!

Notes:
With Simple set And modern costumes.

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Drama Source@ DramaSource.com (2004)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Comedy One act

Parts:
Male:  4            Female:  5            Other:  -

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Hamalot

Synopsis:
Is a Hilariously Funny Show! an all in One Show! With Modern Knights of Old, a Grail of Gold. Tales of Hamlette and Elsenomore as yet untold! It brings Britain together with Denmark---(not easy.) True! there are Ghosts! No Melodrama can survive without a Spook-or-Two. also a smelly but inoffensive horse of Sir Gawain; plus pseudo-thieves, (the worst kind!) Finally before one of the many anti-climaxes, Ghosts are put to rest and thieves to, arrest! While The Grail is returned unblemished to its rightful owners, while romance runs rampant. (G-Rated.) Now! all is Well in Elsenomore. . . Which means it's time for a talent show (Optional) smack-dab in the Middle of the Muddle; that uses (School, & Community Talent.) all are welcome: Entertainment their goal! If they're not so hot after giving it all they've got! It's back to Camelotte.

Notes:
Costumes: Contemporary. Set: Simple---Time:75-90 Min. According to length of Festival.

1st Produced:
The Ouachita Christian School, Monroe, Louisiana    2008

Company:
-

1st Published:
Big Dog Plays (2008)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Melo-Dramalot One act

Parts:
Male:  7            Female:  8            Other:  extras

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Legacy, The

Synopsis:
Hysterical tale of a widow who cashes in on her Legacy of Deposits on Beer cans to bury her pickled spouse. and the low cost Funeral Home she decides to do business with. In order to treat her husband to a respectable (cheap) burial. Nothing too good for her Old Souse! Her dealings with the Inexpensive (cheap) Funeral Home Director and burial will have you falling out of your Pew; with that bodacious audacity of the widow. Needless to say it all comes in for a Crash Landing of an otherwise pickled, sober less, somnambulant, pickled life!

Notes:
One Act--- 20-25 min.- Simple Set--- Costumes: Contemporary

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Drama Source@ DramaSource.com (2003)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Deadly Farce One act

Parts:
Male:  2            Female:  2            Other:  -

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Little Drummer Boy, The

Synopsis:
It's a blustery, snowy Christmas Eve; and because the kids heard Santa. Sam the older sister, and Chris a child with M.S.; quietly slide down the stairs on their bellies and crawl into the living room; decorated, with a Tree, Creche and a live Santa Claus, with toy-bag. Who warns them not to wake the folks! Whom Chris had told he'd love a Drum, while Sam wanted an art Set. But there'd be no gifts this year. Dad having lost his job at the plant, and with Mom's salary barely keeping them in peanut butter sandwiches! So generous Santa, checked his Toy Bag, and yes! There were presents for them. . .Well they were ecstatic!. . . and the Miracle came later!. . . after Chris serenaded the Creche with his Drum; and Sam the artist sketched the Creche, it came alive ! Mary and Joseph warmly greeting the children, telling them how much they enjoyed their talent. . . Later, Chris tells them of his battle with M.S! So, overwhelmed with empathy ask the angel, Michaela if something could be done. No Miracle yet, but Chris did feel this strange tingling sensation. Whoa! Noises upstairs; Mom & Dad on the prowl! The Holy Family went back to the Creche, and all was back Normal. . . Except the kids violated orders, by coming down early. But they managed to win the day by showing them the gifts, from Santa. . . and were told the Creche came alive, while Sam drew & Chris drummed. Now they knew the kids had lost it! Finally, Chris now attempts to prove Santa was real; runs to the window; and beckons the Family to check the hoof prints from the Reindeer. . . Now, they're impressed!. . . Leave it to Sam to wrench them out of their daze with: 'mom, Dad did you happen to notice Chris RaN, to the window?!. . .Miracle of Miracles!. . . Now Dad finds his paycheck with a HaPPY note, saying he wasn't laid off, after all. In a letter left by Santa. Now the Family is truly overwhelmed with Love, Joy and the Christmas Spirit!*

Notes:
a Lovely, Happy Christmas Story, with Pathos, Santa, Reindeer, Miracles, Presents And Joy for All! ******** And simple to Mount!

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Jac Publishing & Promotions, Sep 2010   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Christmas, One act Play

Parts:
Male:  4            Female:  4            Other:  Optional Choristers

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Little Miracle Of Bethlehem

Synopsis:
Journey with me as the angel Gabe visits Rebecca, widow of the finest Baker of Bethlehem. and tells her it's God's wish she and her 3 children visit the Christ child, by following the Star of Bethlehem, to the Nativity. Surprised, and ecstatic, this devout, close knit family, agree to go. . . all loved dearly by their hard working Mom; her 2 girls and son all handicapped: one blind, one deaf, and one with a cleft palette. Follow the angel's wishes; on a scary, adventurous journey--- Experiencing a number of devilish encounters; arrive at the Nativity and greeted warmly by Mary & Joseph. Who suggest: 'touch the hem of Jesus' swaddling clothes, for Miraculous things sometimes happen!" They do, and God aware of their sacrifice, blessed them with a Miraculous healing which they weren't aware of till they said good-bye to the Holy Family and started home. Then without realizing it; began to speak, hear, see and walk! It was a Miracle! Then went back, & thanked them. Overcome with joy sing Oh Little Town of Bethlehem, on the journey Home!

Notes:
Simple Set---Costumes: Biblical. (40 min.) (C 2009)

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Jac Publishing (2009)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Christmas Play: with Humor, Message, Pathos, adventure. One act

Parts:
Male:  9            Female:  4            Other:  -

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Merry Women Of Windham, The

Synopsis:
a Garden Mystery or Victoria's Secret.' The women of Victoria's Garden Club devise novel ways of dealing with problems in their domestic relationships. all solutions are final, and permanent, requiring a fair amount of digging however. . . Victoria's Garden is very unusual in that it contains some very unusual and rare plantings. . . It's a wonderful, caring little Club where all Club members are blissfully contented. Until one cloudy day when the sun failed to shine; momentarily! When it seems the digging and the ceremonial chanting is brought to the attention of a policewoman who comes to investigate.

Notes:
Simple Set-Contemporary Costumes-approx: 55 m.

1st Produced:
The Stevens Theatre, Gettysburg College Pa    2005

Company:
Gettysburg College

1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk (2006)   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Comedy-Mystery One act

Parts:
Male:  -            Female:  6            Other:  -

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Miniscule Chronicles (Sub) Legend Of The Hudson Valley Gnomes, The

Synopsis:
This is an exciting Tale of 'The Miniscules' that have come off their Mountain to introduce themselves to Children of the World! Some who've never seen a Mini (Gnome). These shy 'Little Folk,' 'active in America's, and the Hudson's History; have been around 100's of years and more helpful Nature Lovers aiding people & animals, you'll never meet!

Notes:
an exciting Fantasy for children And enacted by children except for the grand old wizard which can be played by male or female. Based in part on History, full of wild Adventures And miraculous saves!

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Drama Source, Oct 2011   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
historical fantasy

Parts:
Male:  4            Female:  3            Other:  12 minis, dbl. as 3 bears

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Mirror Mirror On The Wall

Synopsis:
a couple move into a new home in Salem, Ma, only to find they are not alone

Notes:
Basic set, period costumes.

1st Produced:
Walton High School, Stafford, UK    14 Oct 2010

Company:
-

1st Published:
Lazy Bee Scripts@ www.lazybeescripts.co.uk   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Comic scary Mystery

Parts:
Male:  -            Female:  -            Other:  -

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Mystery Of The House Of The Seven Gables, The

Synopsis:
Welcome to Salem Mass. Witch Capital of the US. . .and Home of the House of the 7 Gables. . .Made famous by Nathaniel Hawthorn, who later lived in the same house once occupied by Judge Pyncheon., the Hanging Judge, during the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. . . The subject of my Spell Binding 40 min. Melo-Dramady; "The Mystery of the House of the 7 Gables." The House is now occupied by the 7 Gables. With their oldest tenants living there rent free, i.e. 2 Semi-Wicked Witches, 1 White, 1 Black, with their Spell Binding Book, Stuffed Cat, and Cauldron, for making delectable-wicked spells. . . all's been well until now, where we find the Gables happily dining at the Gable table and planning to make a huge basement space into a huge playroom space with fun for all the Gables. . .But witchery most foul!. . . For the 2 Witches claim that as their very own Den! Have! since 1692 when they moved in to haunt the Hanging Judge. With all being peaceful till now. However this sullies the accord with the witches refusing to be cajoled into taking another lesser Den in its place. This calls for action, so they decide to kidnap, Teeny, that sweet daughter, and threaten to render her speechless forever! If the family doesn't acquiesce and give them back their Den. Well the Gables, not to be outdone, offer them a super-sized Den, with all matter of huge beetles, and spiders, the better to make Gourmet Spells with! and a secret entrance to their own private Witch's Launching Pad to the Moonlit Sky over Salem Bay. Then Spice it up by throwing in an original Witch's Cauldron from the trial of 1692. . . It's a deal they can't refuse and all are happy with, and Teeny once again can talk! The Family gets their new Playroom back on track. . . While the audience is thrilled, along with Cast, Crew, and the hardworking Director. Reminds'em of Home with all its Bewitching qualities!

Notes:
a delightfully mysterious And bewitching comedy in 40 minutes, And suitable for year round presentation

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Jac Publishing . . . Promotions Jul 2010   1-60513-076-1

Music:
-

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Genre:
Eerie comedy

Parts:
Male:  3            Female:  6            Other:  -

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Night Of The Living Cryonic Dead

Synopsis:
Back from the Frozen dead are these scary Frozen corpses that come to life in this one act Hilarious Horror play for all seasons. Girl and Boy Scout Camps are set up close to the Cryonic frozen Protection Storage Facility for Future Living, One Moonlit Night the Depraved caretakers thaw the bloodthirsty corpses releasing them to terrorize the Scouts. . .Who are clever enough to subdue the Zombies with Garlic and hypnotize them with (YES!) Holey-Panty-Hose-Flags. Cajoling them with a scout song they lead them through the audience pied piper style. Then back at the facility they discover all the Zombies really wanted were (Really?) Girl Scout Cookies.

Notes:
(C 2005) Costumes: Contemporary & Ghoulish (fun to create) Set:Simple--- Time 30-40 minutes.

1st Produced:
Stockton, Ca    2006

Company:
Stockton Unified School System

1st Published:
Contemporary Drama Service (2005). Now available through the author only! at--- contiplwrt12@earthlink.net   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Melodramatic-Comic Spooker One act

Parts:
Male:  8            Female:  8            Other:  extras, up to 40 players,

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Quadricentennial Military Pageant, The

Synopsis:
The Quadricentennial Military Pageant is a Dramatic Hudson River Revolutionary War Historic Pageant. and scheduled to be presented in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. May 2009. . .In Celebration of the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson's discovery and exploration of the Hudson River. and it's further exploration and development by Champlain, and Fulton and the steam boat. and the dramatic attempt of England and their futile attempt during the Revolution to keep America as their Colony and. under their power. This fine Pageant depicts the struggle of the Colonists on the Hudson River during that Period. and celebrates the role Shipbuilding had played as executed by the Colonists and Patriots like the Livingstons during the Revolution in their attempt at keeping the Hudson free of British Men of War. Helping to bring the Revolution to a victorious end! With the Signing of the First State Constitution as the High Point.

Notes:
(approx. 30 min.) Costumes: Colonial- Period. Set Simple: Outdoors preferably, Indoors would work, (just less grand.) Approx 35-45m.

1st Produced:
On Historic Sight of Revolutionary Ship Building Yards during the Revolution, owned by Livingstons.    2009

Company:
City of Poughkeepsie NY as a Historic Quadricentennial Pageant for Event: 05/26/09

1st Published:
-   -

Music:
-

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Genre:
Historic Pageant One act

Parts:
Male:  13            Female:  1            Other:  -

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Shades Of Sylvia 'sos'

Synopsis:
a One act, Dramady in a 'Nutshell' with its fast paced 4 scenes unfolding dynamically; into 45 minutes of intrigue! The cast, verifiably insane, with George, boyfriend of Sylvia, shy about meeting people, content to be quietly buried in the basement. . . Watch carefully as Sylvia (ex-tenant), re-visits, to complete her painting masterpiece, left because she'd been evicted. . . anna and art now rent the duplex, and are surprised to find Sylvia still there, and threaten to call the law. . . But! she wins them over!---Continues to visit and paint. While along come anna's friends who drop in and stay awhile. Then ariel, anna's College pal visits, with her suitcase of marital difficulties. When she leaves, anna falls for ariel's husband, Julio, guitar virtuoso with a Don Juan complex. . .By now arthur has had it with Julio, anna, & her friends. abandons the lot of them and Motors off to Boston;' Where the Women have more self control, and the Frost comes early.'

Notes:
Simple Set---Modern Costumes

1st Produced:
-    -

Company:
-

1st Published:
Jac Publishing @ www.jacneed.com (2009)   -

Music:
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Genre:
Dramady One act

Parts:
Male:  1            Female:  4            Other:  -

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St Nicolas & Rudy

Synopsis:
St. Nick & Rudy have been asked by God to travel round the world, to better understand Holiday customs and visit nations to see how they celebrate Christmas. Traveling in The Capsule a colorful, stylized, space vehicle, large enough to hold them and gifts. adventures take them to Italy, Sweden, Spain, England & France. Countries with various dates & customs of celebration. On the journey they witness families focused on the worship of Christ and get to savor their personalities, lives and dreams. Each visit punctuated with gift giving by St. Nick & Rudy. Ending in the joyous realization that even though national customs vary. Many families enjoy the celebration of the birth of Christ, gift giving, ceremony, festive meals, singing and Love that Christmas brings! Even God seems to smile down on all the happenings and seems pleased with the results of the trip even though there is a nut or two that needs tightening-but over all He's quite pleased. Thank You!

Notes:
(C 2003). 40-45 min. Prod. Notes incl. Finale: Working with separate casts bring them together in A celebration of nationalities. If A small flex cast-- St. Nicolas & Rudy in final scene; sing "We Wish You A Merry Christmas," As they Merrily make their way back to The Capsule to leave.

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Drama Source (2004)   -

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Genre:
Christmas Comedy with Religious Overtones. One act

Parts:
Male:  13            Female:  10            Other:  doubling recommended

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Taming Of A Bull (Y)

Synopsis:
Ever been bullied in school?. . . Then you know how Dave felt---and at least can empathize with him. You see, Dave's nemesis Turk , is a High School Bully who has been consistently harassing him for weeks. Dave insists on handling the situation himself without any help from the family or the school staff. Fate however has a different plan as Turk suddenly finds himself with a scholastic problem . He won't graduate without some serious tutoring. Talk about irony ! The one who can help him most is Dave. Will Dave help?. . . Maybe?. . . If Tank agrees to pay all of his victims in full, along with a full apology.

Notes:
Simple set, contemporary costumes, Approx: 40 m.

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Genre:
Dramady on Bullying One act

Parts:
Male:  2            Female:  3            Other:  -

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Wenceslas A Christmas Pageant

Synopsis:
all the ingredients you'll need are in this exciting, play. The juice, honey and a pinch of cinnamon added into this Christmas Wassail Bowl of Fun. Its Cast of 20 is Flex Castable, Expandable, Genderific, with Doubling possible. This is a fictionalized version of the happier part of Wenceslas' life. Showing him to be a caring human being, benevolent to the underprivileged; while loving the arts which fits right in with the Christmas Spirit. Then a-bra-ca-da-brah! We get to sample the great Carol , "Good King Wenceslas" by The Reverend John M. Neale, (even before it was written.) Quite a trick in the 14th Century, it's just one more card hiding up the good King's sleeve. There's fun here for everyone who joyfully go out singing, in a Merry Christmas Mood!

Notes:
(C 2005) (Flex-Castable) Prod. Notes incl. Simple Set---Early Costumes. 40 -45 Min.

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Jac Publishing (2009)   -

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Genre:
Humorous Christmas Pageant One act

Parts:
Male:  11            Female:  9            Other:  2 M. extras, Guards.

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