One Act ~ Dramatic Comedy ~ Approx. 20 min.
Synopsis
When Jamie’s job at the group home includes taking a resident to church, he’s not prepared for how literally Charlie takes the pastor’s advice to “live like every day is Easter.”
CHaracters
Written for 8 actors; some roles may be doubled; possible to use “extras.” Most characters can be played by another gender; adapted scripts available to reflect casting choices. Kara, Ron, and Olsen can double with Panhandlers and Pastor, requiring only 4 actors total if desired.
- Jamie (M), 18 — a group home employee preparing to head to college
- Charlie (M), 40s — an exuberant man with developmental delays
- Kara (F), 18-30s — Jaime’s fellow employee at the group home
- Ron (M), 20s-50s — a resident at the group home
- Panhandlers (2, any gender)
- Mr. Olsen (can be Ms. Olsen) — Jamie’s guidance counselor
- Pastor (M or F, can be pre-recorded)
