Love and the Fear of it All by Andrew Rincon

Matt is trying to surprise his boyfriend, Rob. He enlists Rob's brother Dan to help. Dan brings mayhem and a band to set the scene, which quickly derails.

A short play about holding onto love in the midst of fear.
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Love and the Fear of it All

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  • Mak Shealy:
    2 Sep. 2020
    “ This play is filled with fantastical moments that build to a sweeping crescendo. A collection of all the best bits and the human ones that get caught up on the way. I love reading Rincon’s work! ”
  • Eric Mansfield:
    21 Aug. 2020
    “ The audience will make a quick connection and root for these characters. The plot covers a lot of ground in a short period of time while being both funny and poignant. Enjoyed it ”
  • Julianne Jigour:
    19 Aug. 2020
    “ This play is a delight! Funny, tender, and hopeful with such great theatrical possibilities to play with for the creative team. ”
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MATT-Late Twenties, any ethnicity
ROB-Mid 30’s, Any ethnicity
DAN-Late Twenties, same ethnicity as ROB
BAND MEMBER/MUSICIAN(S)- Can be any combination/number of people with instruments, with at
least one character playing ALEX.
TIME AND PLACE
A standard apartment/home.
Events take place on Nov. 9th, 2016.
A NOTE ON STYLE AND THE BAND
The first part of the play should be played with a fast paced, farcical energy. It should move quickly, and
should stay that way until MATT and ROB’s scene near the end. It should feel ridiculous and heartfelt in
equal amounts.
The Band/Musicians can be presented with as many musicians/instruments as the director would like,
with there being at least one musician to play ALEX. Music is up to the interpretation of the director and
creative team.