MAKE MULCH FROM IT (15-minute drama for two actors)

by Arianna Rose

[15-minute play]

When Susan’s estranged boyfriend shows up suddenly and unexpectedly in her apartment, they are forced to confront why their relationship fell apart. More than one shocking revelation occurs as they struggle with how to accept what has happened and move forward. A play about the bonds of love, and how apologies and forgiveness are the only way to pick up the pieces and start anew.

Note: An...

[15-minute play]

When Susan’s estranged boyfriend shows up suddenly and unexpectedly in her apartment, they are forced to confront why their relationship fell apart. More than one shocking revelation occurs as they struggle with how to accept what has happened and move forward. A play about the bonds of love, and how apologies and forgiveness are the only way to pick up the pieces and start anew.

Note: An mp3 and lead sheet for the music to the short ditty in the play, “Mulch Your Troubles Away”, is available from the author, but feel free to alter the key, or make up an original tune on your own.

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MAKE MULCH FROM IT (15-minute drama for two actors)

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  • Rachel Feeny-Williams: MAKE MULCH FROM IT (15-minute drama for two actors) by Arianna Rose
    “

    I had the honour of producing this play as an audio drama and honestly its a wonderful piece which has a emotional state and has wonderful comparisons sprinkled throughout regarding the connection between the care of plants and the breakdown of a relationship. Arianna has given a play that offers so much in the way of emotion and encased in a relationship that feels so real. Its a play that will hit an audience hard in the best way and still leave them talking about it afterwards!

    I had the honour of producing this play as an audio drama and honestly its a wonderful piece which has a emotional state and has wonderful comparisons sprinkled throughout regarding the connection between the care of plants and the breakdown of a relationship. Arianna has given a play that offers so much in the way of emotion and encased in a relationship that feels so real. Its a play that will hit an audience hard in the best way and still leave them talking about it afterwards!

    ”
  • James Binz: MAKE MULCH FROM IT (15-minute drama for two actors) by Arianna Rose
    “

    Revelations and emotional moments combine for funny and poignant events in this short piece. A fine plotline with excellent characters. Comedic and Dramatic and Theatrical at once. Nice.

    Revelations and emotional moments combine for funny and poignant events in this short piece. A fine plotline with excellent characters. Comedic and Dramatic and Theatrical at once. Nice.

    ”
  • Iyna Caruso: MAKE MULCH FROM IT (15-minute drama for two actors) by Arianna Rose
    “

    There are early hints in MAKE MULCH FROM IT that this is no ordinary visit from an ex-lover. The reveals set off waves of emotions. How do feelings change about relationships when it’s too late for a re-do? How to deal with trauma? Can we bury the pain and move on? This is funny in the right spots and powerful throughout.

    There are early hints in MAKE MULCH FROM IT that this is no ordinary visit from an ex-lover. The reveals set off waves of emotions. How do feelings change about relationships when it’s too late for a re-do? How to deal with trauma? Can we bury the pain and move on? This is funny in the right spots and powerful throughout.

    ”
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Character Information

  • Gordon
    witty, uses humor as a shield, horticulturist and musician
    30s-50s
    Jewish
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • Susan
    usually practical but stuck in unhealthy patterns from this relationship, loves plants and music
    30s-40s
    Jewish
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman

Development History

  • Reading, Viterbo New Works Festival, Wisconsin, 2019
  • Reading, Theatre Lab @FAU New Works Festival, 2017
  • Reading, South Florida Theatre League Stages in the Sun Festival, 2017

Production History

  • Community Theater, Fight Like A Girl 2, Kings Arms Theatre, Salford, Manchester ENGLAND, 2019

Awards

  • New Works Festival
    Viterbo University
    Winner
    2019