Tom and Bobby Love

by David L Munnell

We may be laughing, but it’s not funny. This dark comedy takes an eviscerating examination of the pressures and norms of navigating the modern, gay community. Well, at least as far as the straights would allow us. "Tom and Bobby Love" follows the intersecting exploits of three gay men, Ryder, the writer; Frank, the personal assistant; and George, the freshly outed construction worker as they navigate what it means to be a gay man and what we owe each other in our community. A comic morality tale told with the absurdist nature of Ionesco, Durang, and a little bit of Strindberg thrown in for good measure. And don’t worry, no one dies in this gay play.

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convergence-continuum: Tom and Bobby Love by David L Munnell

“

TOM AND BOBBY LOVE is a hilarious look at the gay community, satisfyingly interesting throughout, and serious when it needs to be. Certain moments can be heartbreaking, much as life is, but you leave with a smile. Having produced this play at our theatre it was a quick sell-out and an audience favorite- highly recommended.

TOM AND BOBBY LOVE is a hilarious look at the gay community, satisfyingly interesting throughout, and serious when it needs to be. Certain moments can be heartbreaking, much as life is, but you leave with a smile. Having produced this play at our theatre it was a quick sell-out and an audience favorite- highly recommended.

”
Tim Collingwood: Tom and Bobby Love by David L Munnell

“

A wonderful and relevant comedy that peels away all the layers of gay living these days and does so with heart, flair, and glitter. It's beautifully campy and really does get the audience to think. It's a gem!

A wonderful and relevant comedy that peels away all the layers of gay living these days and does so with heart, flair, and glitter. It's beautifully campy and really does get the audience to think. It's a gem!

”
Eva Nel Brettrager: Tom and Bobby Love by David L Munnell

“

Tom and Bobby Love is a ROLLERCOASTER! You will laugh so hard that you're crying, but then you'll realize your tears have become sad tears because the characters are ripping your heart to pieces. The content is extremely poignant and thematically very relevant to current times. I wholeheartedly feel it is a timeless piece that people will always be able to connect with on some level, and it's a guarantee that people will leave wanting a huge helping of CHICKEN! Kudos David, on an excellent play.

Tom and Bobby Love is a ROLLERCOASTER! You will laugh so hard that you're crying, but then you'll realize your tears have become sad tears because the characters are ripping your heart to pieces. The content is extremely poignant and thematically very relevant to current times. I wholeheartedly feel it is a timeless piece that people will always be able to connect with on some level, and it's a guarantee that people will leave wanting a huge helping of CHICKEN! Kudos David, on an excellent play.

”

Character Information

Doubling is described and is arbitrary. Feel free to mix it up if needed.

Ryder

Sees the injustices in the world as black and white which makes him a bit self centered and rigid with his outlook.

Character Age

Early-mid 30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
Frank (Also to play Audience 2)

Mid thirties. Adaptable to the straight world while keeping his flame strong. Quite flamboyant and a bit self centered, but he means well.

Character Age

Early-mid 30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
George (Also to play Audience 1 and Gaz)

Mid thirties. An everyman freshly outed from the closet and adrift searching for his identity.

Character Age

Early-mid 30's

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Male
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Male
Amanda

A strong female presence in the soap opera world. A bit of an “alpha.” Would exploit her mother for a good storyline.

Character Age

30's and up

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Chandelier

A local drag queen with multiple titles.

Character Age

Any

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s,
  
  60s
Actor 1

a woman to play PRODUCER/LINDA/BACHELORETTE/DICK/DONNA

Character Age

Any

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female,
  
  Non-binary
Actor 2

to play BOBBY/ROY/ACTOR 1/RICH

Character Age

Any

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s
Actor 3

to play TOM/ACTOR 2/LARRY/GUY

Character Age

Any

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Any
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s

Production History

Type Professional, convergence-continuum, Year 2024

Genre

comedy,

dark comedy,

farce,

satire

Subject Matter Keywords

Gay Theatre,

A play about Gay Men,

A play about Gay people

Length

90 minutes to two hours

Cast Size

8—10

Age of Intended Audience

ages 18 and up

Narrative Attributes

Centers LGBTQ Characters

Supporting Materials

Script Sample

Tom and Bobby Love 10 page.pdf