BUTTONS!

Co-written by M. K. Wessel

This play was co-written by Rachael Uyeno and M. K. Wessel.

"Do you believe in Buttons?"

When the young Pim sets out on a quest to help his granny, he stumbles across Ming, a girl with a treasure chest, an awesome sword, and a mission: to find the Button Dimension. The two decide to join forces — but when they finally cross dimensions and face off against the Dread Overlord Buttons, secrets are revealed that challenge everything they once believed. This original fantasy...

"Do you believe in Buttons?"

When the young Pim sets out on a quest to help his granny, he stumbles across Ming, a girl with a treasure chest, an awesome sword, and a mission: to find the Button Dimension. The two decide to join forces — but when they finally cross dimensions and face off against the Dread Overlord Buttons, secrets are revealed that challenge everything they once believed. This original fantasy play deals with themes of friendship, loss, and the strength it takes to let go.

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BUTTONS!

Character Information

For 5 actors: can double DREAD OVERLORD BUTTONS & GRANNY; THE BUTTON & MYSTERIOUS MESSENGER; and (triple) MUSHROOM, SLINKIE, and WEIRD WOOD WIZARD.
For 6 actors (preferred): double MUSHROOM & SLINKIE; and (triple) GRANNY, WEIRD WOOD WIZARD, & MYSTERIOUS MESSENGER.
  • PIM
    A young boy, upbeat and kind.
    tween or teenager
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Child,
      Teens,
      20s
  • MING
    A young girl and gifted swordswoman with a secret.
    teenager
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Child,
      Teens,
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman,
      Non-binary
  • DREAD OVERLORD BUTTONS
    Tyrant of the Buttons Dimension, deliciously evil.
    adult
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman,
      Non-binary
  • THE BUTTON
    A creature with a button-like hat, can transport people to other dimensions. Often looks lost.
    Unknown Age
    Any -- preferably male
  • GRANNY
    PIM’s granny, confused and worried. Doesn't trust flamingos.
    60s+
    Female
  • SLINKIE
    A creature from the Dalmatian Dimension. BUTTONS’ minion. Childlike.
    unknown age
  • WEIRD WOOD WIZARD
    A weird wood wizard. Eccentric and bubbly.
    adult
  • MYSTERIOUS MESSENGER
    A regal messenger and spy for BUTTONS.
    adult
  • MUSHROOM CREATURE
    An angry mushroom. It might bob up and down like a video game character.
    adult

Production History

  • University, TADA's 24-Hour Play Festival, 2018

Awards

  • Best Overall Play
    TADA
    Audience Choice
    2018
  • Best Script
    TADA
    Judges' Choice
    2018