The Mistake on the Lake

by Trey Everett

The fictitious lead up to, and aftermath of, the BalloonFest '86 disaster in Cleveland. Four United Way of Greater Cleveland Board members decide what event would help re-brand the Cleveland's reputation, and then deal with the fallout from their terrible choice.

The fictitious lead up to, and aftermath of, the BalloonFest '86 disaster in Cleveland. Four United Way of Greater Cleveland Board members decide what event would help re-brand the Cleveland's reputation, and then deal with the fallout from their terrible choice.

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The Mistake on the Lake

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  • K.T. Peterson: The Mistake on the Lake by Trey Everett
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    Oh my god, what a delight to read this! I've always been fascinated by Balloonfest '86 and wondered how it's possible it could happen. The play is swift and funny, then horrifying, then impactful. In a world where taking and passing blame causes seismic shifts in our politics and our health and well-being, this play is a short and snappy way to open up audience discussion around passing the buck, the desperation to be liked, and what it means to be culpable in today's world.

    Oh my god, what a delight to read this! I've always been fascinated by Balloonfest '86 and wondered how it's possible it could happen. The play is swift and funny, then horrifying, then impactful. In a world where taking and passing blame causes seismic shifts in our politics and our health and well-being, this play is a short and snappy way to open up audience discussion around passing the buck, the desperation to be liked, and what it means to be culpable in today's world.

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