THE FERRIS WHEEL - a short play for both stage and radio

by D. Lee Miller

We track Debbie and Eddie from their first date through their lives together. We learn about their dreams, trials and losses... And although we all go through the circle of life, we never know where and when it will end.

2022 Semi-finalist Pick of the Vine
Best of the Rest reading, Actors Theatre of Santa Cruz 5/2023
2023 Pittsburgh New Play Festival

We track Debbie and Eddie from their first date through their lives together. We learn about their dreams, trials and losses... And although we all go through the circle of life, we never know where and when it will end.

2022 Semi-finalist Pick of the Vine
Best of the Rest reading, Actors Theatre of Santa Cruz 5/2023
2023 Pittsburgh New Play Festival

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THE FERRIS WHEEL - a short play for both stage and radio

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  • Andrew Martineau: THE FERRIS WHEEL - a short play for both stage and radio by D. Lee Miller
    “

    Reminiscent of Joni Mitchell’s song “The Circle Game,” D. Lee Miller uses a literal circle to spin us through a married couple’s long life together. It has wonderful overlapping of conversations that show how connected the two are in a deeply loving way. I wasn’t prepared for the tear-jerker of an ending. A touching and theatrically innovative piece.

    Reminiscent of Joni Mitchell’s song “The Circle Game,” D. Lee Miller uses a literal circle to spin us through a married couple’s long life together. It has wonderful overlapping of conversations that show how connected the two are in a deeply loving way. I wasn’t prepared for the tear-jerker of an ending. A touching and theatrically innovative piece.

    ”
  • Morey Norkin: THE FERRIS WHEEL - a short play for both stage and radio by D. Lee Miller
    “

    Like the view from atop a Ferris wheel, this short play from D. Lee Miller is breathtaking. Miller’s story spans 57 years, covering a couple’s life journey as they mark milestones and reflect on their joys and sorrows. Beautifully written with an ending that will clutch at your heart. A lovely addition to any festival.

    Like the view from atop a Ferris wheel, this short play from D. Lee Miller is breathtaking. Miller’s story spans 57 years, covering a couple’s life journey as they mark milestones and reflect on their joys and sorrows. Beautifully written with an ending that will clutch at your heart. A lovely addition to any festival.

    ”
  • Emma Goldman-Sherman: THE FERRIS WHEEL - a short play for both stage and radio by D. Lee Miller
    “

    Beautiful work with such well-written characters. Actors will have a great time with this! Moving and real, full of life and emotion. Well done!

    Beautiful work with such well-written characters. Actors will have a great time with this! Moving and real, full of life and emotion. Well done!

    ”
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Development History

  • Reading, PLAY READING WITH FRIENDS, 2022
  • Reading, Tiny Theatre, 2022