Breaking Fourth

by Amanda Schumacher

What's a mime to do when they realize they are locked in their home and can't escape?
A heartfelt love letter to the performing arts and mental health awareness.

Ten-minute monologue.

Written for the Within These Walls: Stories of Home Monologue Festival at Forward Theater in Madison, Wisconsin. Performed June 2021 at Forward Theater, Madison, Wisconsin.

What's a mime to do when they realize they are locked in their home and can't escape?
A heartfelt love letter to the performing arts and mental health awareness.

Ten-minute monologue.

Written for the Within These Walls: Stories of Home Monologue Festival at Forward Theater in Madison, Wisconsin. Performed June 2021 at Forward Theater, Madison, Wisconsin.

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  • Anastasia Wild: Breaking Fourth by Amanda Schumacher
    “

    An intense and even heart-breaking piece, guided by the brilliant partnership of the actor's physicality and the sound design presentation. We are taken on a brief but moving journey, capturing the need for community within the spirit of the arts and humanity.

    An intense and even heart-breaking piece, guided by the brilliant partnership of the actor's physicality and the sound design presentation. We are taken on a brief but moving journey, capturing the need for community within the spirit of the arts and humanity.

    ”
  • Deanna Strasse: Breaking Fourth by Amanda Schumacher
    “

    What a delightfully sweet homage to the performing arts. Any artist with a love of physical acting would love to play this role and delve into this tasty pantomime.

    What a delightfully sweet homage to the performing arts. Any artist with a love of physical acting would love to play this role and delve into this tasty pantomime.

    ”

Character Information

Role is ideal for performance artists, particularly with a background in dance or pantomime.
Playwright grants artistic freedom in regards to casting.
Please consider all ages, genders and races when casting.
  • The Mime
    Any age
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+

Production History

  • Professional, Forward Theater, 2021