Cue

10-MIN SHORT

* Best 10 Minute Plays of 2025 - Smith & Kraus *

John and Mary are in the middle of a romantic scene, but have to scramble when their scene partner keeps missing his cue. Yes! Let's figure out how the show will go on!

10-MIN SHORT

* Best 10 Minute Plays of 2025 - Smith & Kraus *

John and Mary are in the middle of a romantic scene, but have to scramble when their scene partner keeps missing his cue. Yes! Let's figure out how the show will go on!

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  • Morey Norkin: Cue

    The only “impossible” I know is not laughing all the way through this hysterical short from Kate Danley. A missed cue by a totally clueless community theatre actor leads to some wild improvisation. The scenario is truly an actor’s nightmare but what a delight for audiences.

    The only “impossible” I know is not laughing all the way through this hysterical short from Kate Danley. A missed cue by a totally clueless community theatre actor leads to some wild improvisation. The scenario is truly an actor’s nightmare but what a delight for audiences.

  • Enid Cokinos: Cue

    I want to see this play! Every page is filled with laughs as actors John and Mary cover for Tom who just can’t seem to hit his cue. But Tom’s off-stage comments about missing shoes and forgetting to don his dance belt (still laughing) drive the ad-libbing hilarity on stage giving all of the actors a chance to shine. A wonderful comedy by Kate Danley.

    I want to see this play! Every page is filled with laughs as actors John and Mary cover for Tom who just can’t seem to hit his cue. But Tom’s off-stage comments about missing shoes and forgetting to don his dance belt (still laughing) drive the ad-libbing hilarity on stage giving all of the actors a chance to shine. A wonderful comedy by Kate Danley.

  • Neil Radtke: Cue

    "CUE" is a delightful romp through the backstage antics of a community theater production, filled with laughter and absurdity. Its sharp wit and comedic timing make it an enjoyable experience for audiences looking for a lighthearted comedy. Just a delightful play!

    "CUE" is a delightful romp through the backstage antics of a community theater production, filled with laughter and absurdity. Its sharp wit and comedic timing make it an enjoyable experience for audiences looking for a lighthearted comedy. Just a delightful play!

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Character Information

  • John
    A leading man
    Character Age
    30+
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • Mary
    A leading lady
    Character Age
    30s+
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Female
  • Tom
    A jealous husband
    Character Age
    30s+
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male

Production History

  • Type Community Theater, Organization EXIT Theatre, Year 2026
  • Type Community Theater, Organization Garfield Center for the Arts, Year 2026
  • Type Community Theater, Organization Old Academy Players, Year 2026
  • Type Community Theater, Organization Town & Gown - Stillwater Short Play Festival, Year 2024
  • Type Fringe, Organization KDC Theatre, Year 2024
  • Type Fringe, Organization NW10 Festival Oregon Contemporary Theatre, Year 2024