Until the Day is Done

by Jared Michael Delaney

Anders & Margaret Mary have been married more than 25 years, living on the edge of civilization in Alaska. When Margaret Mary receives a diagnoses that changes the arc of her life, she, Anders and their friends David and Raina (newer to Alaska and to each other) must grapple with the new choices presented to them and who has the right to make them.

Anders & Margaret Mary have been married more than 25 years, living on the edge of civilization in Alaska. When Margaret Mary receives a diagnoses that changes the arc of her life, she, Anders and their friends David and Raina (newer to Alaska and to each other) must grapple with the new choices presented to them and who has the right to make them.

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Until the Day is Done

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  • Emma Gibson: Until the Day is Done by Jared Michael Delaney
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    This intense, beautiful play, powerfully speaks to end of life decisions in a profound and moving way. Delaney crafts a riveting small cast play straddling genres of magic realism and mystery. The landscape of Alaska looms large as the story unfolds, and the rich characterizations hold us captivated throughout. Produce this play!

    This intense, beautiful play, powerfully speaks to end of life decisions in a profound and moving way. Delaney crafts a riveting small cast play straddling genres of magic realism and mystery. The landscape of Alaska looms large as the story unfolds, and the rich characterizations hold us captivated throughout. Produce this play!

    ”
Margaret Mary - late 50s/early 60s, female-identifying
Anders - her husband, same age, male-identifying
David - their friend, 30s, male identifying
Raina - another friend, 30s, female identifying

Development History

  • Reading, Shaker Bridge Theatre, 2024
  • Reading, Tanget Theatre, 2024
  • Reading, MIddlebury Acting Company, 2023