Ernie Evan

by Elana Gartner

Weathered sailor Ernie Evan is spooked by a nightmare of his dead mother, commanding him to take a wife. With his laid-back lifestyle on his ship at stake, Ernie Evan wrestles with the disruptions this would cause, his relationship with women, and what it would be like to live on land.

Weathered sailor Ernie Evan is spooked by a nightmare of his dead mother, commanding him to take a wife. With his laid-back lifestyle on his ship at stake, Ernie Evan wrestles with the disruptions this would cause, his relationship with women, and what it would be like to live on land.

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  • Cheryl Bear: Ernie Evan by Elana Gartner
    “

    A treat for the actor, such fun and yet a piece to emotionally delve into. Enjoyable for us, so a win for all! Wonderful!

    A treat for the actor, such fun and yet a piece to emotionally delve into. Enjoyable for us, so a win for all! Wonderful!

    ”
  • Rachael Carnes: Ernie Evan by Elana Gartner
    “

    Gartner's language play, her rhythm and imagery would be a wonderful armature for any actor to build a compelling character around. Evocative yet relatable, this historical piece feels vibrant and current, with a subtext that explores age-old questions and themes. I love how much pressure per square inch the writer exerts -- this tight, explosive monologue is a gem.

    Gartner's language play, her rhythm and imagery would be a wonderful armature for any actor to build a compelling character around. Evocative yet relatable, this historical piece feels vibrant and current, with a subtext that explores age-old questions and themes. I love how much pressure per square inch the writer exerts -- this tight, explosive monologue is a gem.

    ”
  • Lee R. Lawing: Ernie Evan by Elana Gartner
    “

    What a funny character and so well written one at that! I love Ernie Evan, the man and monologue. I love period pieces and so am always delighted to read one that is this good. What a great part for any actor.

    What a funny character and so well written one at that! I love Ernie Evan, the man and monologue. I love period pieces and so am always delighted to read one that is this good. What a great part for any actor.

    ”
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Character Information

  • Ernie Evan
    Sailor. Set in his ways, worldly in some ways. Has lived on a boat his entire life. His accent is indistinguishable (perhaps a mix between Irish and Jamaican).
    60's
    Flexible
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male

Production History

  • Workshop, 4th Meal Productions, 2008
  • Professional, Heights Players, 2001
  • Professional, Genesis Repertory Ensemble, 2000