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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  • Halle Utterback:
    29 Oct. 2022
    “ Bublitz’s Red Days is such a great read that entertains and draws you in instantly! The story is so relevant to today, and it is fascinating to read and consider how similar the world created in the story is to our covid affected world. The authenticity behind the writing of the characters and relationships is so endearing and allows for so much dynamic in the story. This sci-fi, coming of age story is a captivating and impactful story that I would highly recommend! ”
  • Vera Shipley:
    29 Oct. 2022
    “ Red Days is more relevant and impactful than ever, exploring a world plunged into crisis. Red Days examines how humanity reacts to crises – and the effects on both broad and microscopic levels. Red Days is grounded, with characters you will see yourself in – whether you want to or not. Bublitz plays with formats and mediums that make an impactful statement. ”
  • Reagan Kettner:
    29 Oct. 2022
    “ Rachel Bublitz is a name I wish I heard more about so I can read more from her! Her writing and authenticity to family relationships is incredible. Red Days is definitely a must-read for anyone who's interested in science-fiction and a coming-of-age story. The play is so much more relevant in today's age with Covid but it's a pretty timeless story. Would most definitely recommend! ”
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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