Thank You, Porcupine by Aurora Behlke

Always remember to say thank you to the animals.
A young Alaskan reckons with her family history as she dissects the natural world around her. What does it take for her to break away from her family's destructive cycle?
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Thank You, Porcupine

Recommended by

  • Shaun Leisher:
    29 Sep. 2022
    “ A beautiful (basically) solo piece about how we pass down the way we view nature. ”
  • Mildred Inez Lewis:
    22 Sep. 2022
    “ What a powerful and unique piece of work. It allows its female characters to delve into darkness without pulling any punches.

    Delightful. This is an original play. ”
  • Samantha Marchant:
    3 Sep. 2022
    “ Family and natural trauma - I felt it, deep. ”
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Character Information

  • McKinley
    Born and bred in Alaska. Breathes out stories.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s, 30s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female, Non-binary
  • Dad
    The roots.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      50s, 60s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Male

Awards

Selection
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Green Fuse Publications
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Webster Writers Coalition
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2022
Finalist
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Samuel French Off-Off Broadway Short Play Festival
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Concord Theatricals
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2022