Sweeping with the Enemy by Arthur M Jolly

10 minutes - Two mothers come to blows while sweeping the stage before their daughters' dance recital. The play centers stage combat for the quarterstaff.
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Sweeping with the Enemy

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  • Debra A. Cole:
    23 Apr. 2022
    “ Priceless - especially the stage manager's revelation. The tension between these two moms is familiar, worrisome, AND hilarious! This would be a treat at any 10-minute festival. ”
  • Cheryl Bear:
    21 Apr. 2022
    “ It's the battle of the stage mothers! Who will win this showdown? A very fun nod to the mothers behind the scenes. ”
  • Jarred Corona:
    9 Apr. 2022
    “ "I swept the stage!"
    Look, this is maybe one of the funniest pieces of theatre I've ever read. It seems custom made to made me grin and giggle. It truly made my night better, and I'd recommend to anyone who needs a smile in their life. The idea of seeing this on stage, though? I have a bit of a weird, high-pitched giggle that would maybe annoy other audience members, but I bet they'd be laughing enough to not hear any of that. An excellent job. I very much want to see this performed. ”

Character Information

2f, both of an age to have young daughters. Both roles require stage combat.

  • Katelyn
    20-30s,
    Any
    ,
    Female
    Northen, city-girl transplant. Not putting up with crap today.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s, 30s, 40s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female
  • Brooke
    20-30s,
    Any
    ,
    Female
    Southern, trying to be lady-like in spite of her anger.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s, 30s, 40s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female

Production History

  • University
    ,
    Carroll College, Helena, MT
    ,
    2022