Out of the Silence and Back Again [an immersive 1-minute play] by Steven G. Martin

ONE-MINUTE PLAY. La Maestra prepares to conduct an unusual orchestra.
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Out of the Silence and Back Again [an immersive 1-minute play]

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  • Scott Sickles:
    27 Oct. 2022
    “ As a tone deaf person with social anxiety, I hope I'm sitting way in the back when I see this. Bit I really Really REALLY hope I get to be there when it happens!

    There's a gloriousness to the conceit that leaves plenty of room for La Maestra to play and react in ways that connect her to the audience and connect the audience to each other.

    A truly grand experiment! ”
  • Evan Baughfman:
    24 Nov. 2021
    “ This is a genius idea for a play. The audience participation element is great fun. I very much look forward to seeing this performed live! ”
  • Lee R. Lawing:
    18 Nov. 2021
    “ This feels to me so much like a silent movie would be like to watch in a darkened theater with no words and yet a lovely bit of music playing to set the mood and tone. Words are not the only way to get across a well of emotions and Martin proves once again masterful at his craft. ”
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Character Information

Should be played by a female actor with perfect pitch.

  • La Maestra
    Mid-40s to early 50s,
    Female
    Confident. Highly skilled. She wears an outfit suitable for a concert. She carries a baton.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      40s, 50s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female

Development History

  • Reading
    ,
    Playwrights Thriving
    ,
    2020

Production History

  • Professional
    ,
    Gi60 U.K. International One-Minute Theatre Festival, Leeds, U.K.
    ,
    2021