Goodnight

by Francesca Pazniokas

(10 Minute Play) There’s a strange smell taking over Greta’s apartment building. When her super and neighbors refuse to acknowledge the stench, Greta’s idle curiosity turns into an obsession. She’s determined to find the source of the smell—and a moment of human connection in the city she calls home.

(10 Minute Play) There’s a strange smell taking over Greta’s apartment building. When her super and neighbors refuse to acknowledge the stench, Greta’s idle curiosity turns into an obsession. She’s determined to find the source of the smell—and a moment of human connection in the city she calls home.

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Goodnight

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  • Cheryl Bear: Goodnight by Francesca Pazniokas
    “

    A powerful piece about the investigation of a "communal smell" and the horrifying realization changes everything for them. Well done.

    A powerful piece about the investigation of a "communal smell" and the horrifying realization changes everything for them. Well done.

    ”
  • Shaun Leisher: Goodnight by Francesca Pazniokas
    “

    WOW!!! I've read plays before that look at how disconnected we all are but this does it in such a unique way and without going on about our obsession with technology. Cool way to reveal passage of time. Plus Greta's arc is so well written and the resolution both surprises and makes total sense.

    WOW!!! I've read plays before that look at how disconnected we all are but this does it in such a unique way and without going on about our obsession with technology. Cool way to reveal passage of time. Plus Greta's arc is so well written and the resolution both surprises and makes total sense.

    ”
  • Paul Vintner: Goodnight by Francesca Pazniokas
    “

    Unlike the mysterious foul smell the characters can't quite place, this piece is a whiff of fresh air that will make your mind effervesce. Strange, rueful, potent, and intoxicating...

    Unlike the mysterious foul smell the characters can't quite place, this piece is a whiff of fresh air that will make your mind effervesce. Strange, rueful, potent, and intoxicating...

    ”
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Character Information

Super and Neighbor may double, if needed.
  • Greta
    20s
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Alex
    20s or early 30s
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female,
      Non-binary
  • Super
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • Neighbor
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male

Development History

  • Reading, Rising Sun Performance Company, 2014

Production History

  • Workshop, SPARK Creative Works , 2020
  • Professional, Actors Theatre of Louisville , 2016

Awards

  • Heideman Award
    Actors Theatre of Louisville
    Finalist
    2015