Red Days by Rachel Bublitz

FULL LENGTH, early development: As the air quality in Salt Lake climbs to crisis levels, we follow Dianna through four seasons, trying to balance school, her running team, and pursuing her passion. But as she nears the end of her senior year, she's forced to decide if her running dream truly belongs to her, or if it's more her mother's, while around her the serious effects of the air quality...
FULL LENGTH, early development: As the air quality in Salt Lake climbs to crisis levels, we follow Dianna through four seasons, trying to balance school, her running team, and pursuing her passion. But as she nears the end of her senior year, she's forced to decide if her running dream truly belongs to her, or if it's more her mother's, while around her the serious effects of the air quality wreak havoc on those athletes who dare breath hard in the open air.
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Red Days

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  • McKenzie Russ:
    11 Dec. 2023
    “ I fully enjoyed reading "Red Days"! Rachel Bublitz raises awareness of the importance of taking care of our environment while detailing the consequences of the Earth's declining health. It is labeled as science fiction, but it feels more like a foreshadowing and warning for humankind. Though Bublitz discusses serious themes, she pairs it with a heartwarming mother-and-daughter story. ”
  • zachary lichner:
    10 Dec. 2023
    “ Rachel Bublitz uses realistic family dynamics to feed the audience her message of climate change, just like the characters in the text. With the state our world is in "Red Days" is a must read, not only for its relatable and realistic characters, but for its incredibly important message. This play serves as a warning, and that's what makes it so compelling. ”
  • Katie Kostner:
    10 Dec. 2023
    “ Red Days had me engaged from page one all the way until the end! It's a story with a perfect (and extremely relevant) message that everyone should take time to read. The writing style of Rachel Bublitz is absolutely phenomenal! This read was so enjoyable and important. Read this!!! ”
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Character Information

  • Diana Abel
    17-18,
    Female
    A senior in high school. A runner. Connie’s only daughter. In the midst of figuring out who she is and what life is all about.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female, Non-binary
  • Connie Abel
    mid to late thirties,
    Female
    A personal trainer, coach, and single mom. Mother to Dianna. Driven with a capital D. Wants more opportunities for Dianna than she had, like a lot of moms.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      30s, 40s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female, Non-binary
  • Andrew Lee
    17-18,
    Male
    A musician and hopeless romantic.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      Teens, 20s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Male, Non-binary
  • Leona Day
    old enough to have had a different life of two before she ended up where she is today,
    Female
    A KRCL DJ. Pretty dang groovy.
    Can be played by:
    • Age: 
      20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s
    • Race/Ethnicity: 
      Any race/ethnicity
    • Gender: 
      Female, Non-binary

Development History

  • Workshop
    ,
    Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, Region 7
    ,
    2019

Production History

  • University
    ,
    St. Lawrence University
    ,
    2022