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Walking Man
Full-Length Play, Drama / 3w, 4m
A family home is being built in the Illinois woods, but Walking Man is already feeling like he’s outgrown his home. He wants to see what lies beyond the forest – but his mother is cautious of the world outside. Part three of The Refuge Plays trilogy.
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Cast Size
3w, 4m -
Duration
60 minutes (1 hour) -
Target Audience
Adult
Details
Summary
A family home is being built in the woods of Southern Illinois, but Walking Man is already feeling like he’s outgrown his home. With the ability to walk long distances in no time at all, Walking Man wants to see what lies beyond the forest. Some of his family are eager to help, but his mother is cautious of the world outside.
Part two of The Refuge Plays, Nathan Alan Davis’ epic trilogy following one Black family over 70 years. The plays can be presented together or individually.
History
Cast Attributes
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Performing Groups
- Time Period 1970s
- Features Period Costumes
- Additional Features No Intermission
- Duration 60 minutes (1 hour)
- Cautions
- Strong Language
- Mild Adult Themes
- Smoking
Media
“The playwright has smashed existing artistic forms and created new ones along the way.” – The New York Times
“An epic journey through time, space and family. The Refuge Plays is a joy ride worth taking.” – New York Theatre Guide
“The playwright has smashed existing artistic forms and created new ones along the way… The Refuge Plays suggests the potential for stories to exceed the world’s limitations.” – The New York Times
Videos
The Refuge Plays – In Three Parts
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The Refuge Plays at Roundabout Theatre Company
Licensing & Materials
- Minimum Fee: £55 per performance plus VAT when applicable.
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