Mother Earth Day by Daysha Veronica

In the midst of the most harrowing trade war the American farming community has ever seen, an aging and injured black farmer and his two sons struggle with how to best pass on their family's legacy to the next generation while awaiting the long anticipated news of Mother Earth's yearly delivery.

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Mother Earth Day

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  • Amari Shakir:
    28 Apr. 2024
    “ The dialogue in this play is incredible. Daysha has managed to capture black language is such a poetic way. Veronica writes a story so beautiful and paces so well. I love the overall messages told within this story, and the dynamics between the brothers were so strong. I also really appreciate the playwrighting notes in the beginning, I feel like it gave me a chance to really imagine the play and read the dialogue the way its intended. such a lovely piece, thank you for sharing your work! ”
  • Lee R. Lawing:
    27 Oct. 2022
    “ Beautifully written and a message for us all about the fragility of the earth and every day that don't try to make it better and right the wrongs of climate change, we could end up like the Howards, hoping for another drop of rain when a billion would be needed to repair the damage. ”
  • Lainie Vansant:
    16 Aug. 2021
    “ A heartbreaking conversation between Black men about heritage, legacy, and struggles coming at you from all sides. This play presents a no-win situation, a miracle, a family -- all wrapped up in the poetry of a bead of sweat. If you're looking for a play that tackles both climate change and racial injustice, this might just be it! ”
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Character Information

Mother Earth and Nurse should be doubled.

  • Farmer Howard
    60s
    4th generation farmer. Owner of The Harrington Family Farm. Walks with a cane.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      50s, 60s, 70s+
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Black, African, Caribbean, or African American
    • Gender: 
      Male
  • Lenny
    40s
    5th generation farmer. Son of Farmer Howard.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      30s, 40s, 50s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Black, African, Caribbean, or African American
    • Gender: 
      Female
  • Greg
    30s
    Son of Farmer Howard. Currently in business school.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      30s, 40s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Black, African, Caribbean, or African American
    • Gender: 
      Male
  • Mother Earth/Nurse
    Any Age
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      30s, 40s, 50s, 60s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female

Development History

Production History

Awards

Audience Choice
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People's Choice Award
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PlayGround
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2020