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Early's House
Full-Length Play, Drama / 1w, 1m
Deep in the Illinois woods, Early has survived a winter with her infant son. When Crazy Eddie arrives with a truck full of food, a solo survival mindset turns to one of thriving together as a family. Part three of The Refuge Plays trilogy.
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Cast Size
1w, 1m -
Duration
60 minutes (1 hour) -
Target Audience
Adult
Details
Summary
Deep in the woods of southern Illinois, Early has survived a winter with her infant son. When Crazy Eddie arrives with a truck full of food, a solo survival mindset turns to one of thriving together as a family.
Part three 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
Performing Groups
- Time Period 1950s
- Setting A small clearing in a big forest in southern Illinois. Spring. The 1950s.
- Features Period Costumes
- Additional Features No Intermission
- Duration 60 minutes (1 hour)
- Cautions
- Strong Language
- Mild Adult Themes
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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