Year One by Erik Gernand

A populist’s rise to power exacerbates mounting political and social divisions. When Anna’s brother Max arrives unexpectedly, harboring a dangerous secret, the family matriarch is forced to choose between embracing a radical new country or saving those she loves.
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Year One

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  • Johanna Griese:
    16 Dec. 2021
    “ I have been using the opening monologue for auditions - its beyond powerful and sadly still resonates. I just re read it- my heart breaks especially for Max and Anna. So well done. ”
  • Cheryl Bear:
    17 Sep. 2021
    “ A powerful look inside political extremism and the division that gets wider. How does this affect one on the individual level especially when there are loved ones at stake. Well done. ”

3W, 2M
Anna, 40s, a doctor
Peter, 18, her son
Claudia, 18, his girlfriend
Max, 30s/40s, Anna's brother
Rosemary, 60s/70s, Peter's grandmother/Anna's mother-in-law

Development History

  • Reading
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    Summer Playwrights Festival at The ROAD Theatre, Los Angeles
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    2023

Production History