The Velociraptor's Very Good Day by They & Them

When an impossible-to-predict tragedy strikes, it’s up to Velociraptor to embrace who they really are and make a discovery that will change the world forever. Originally written for Prospect Theater Company’s Musical Theater Lab, this show explores Autistic joy and the history of an Earth-shaking food.
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The Velociraptor's Very Good Day

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  • Ally Varitek:
    21 Sep. 2023
    “ Everyone at the 48th Samuel French Off-Off Broadway Festival left singing "Dinosaur Day" and with good reason. This very good day offers a playful vessel for songs and story that actively uses the form of a musical to communicate about understanding communication styles. I mean, how brilliant is that? Catchy songs, plenty of pockets of joy and laughter, and a lovely creative team. And who doesn't love dinosaurs? ”
  • Shelby Seeley:
    17 Aug. 2023
    “ I had the privilege of seeing this piece performed at the 48th Annual Samuel French Off-Off Broadway Short Play Festival. I still have the songs stuck in my head. It is a surprising, hilarious, sweet story about communication, starring a child with autism. I remember laughing and smiling and gasping while watching the first time, and couldn't wait to bring a friend who had no idea what to expect to see it so I could see their reaction too! ”
  • Rachel Aberman:
    24 Jul. 2023
    “ I saw a performance of this musical at part of SoundBites 2023. I love the quirky way that this show lets us into the mind of an autistic child. I think Sair is a fantastic lyricist and the show is really benefitted by its very fun music. This show is great for kids, but just as easily enjoyed by adults. I would highly recommend it. ”

Riley - Likes dinosaurs; is autistic. Early to mid-20s playing a character in approximately middle school. Also plays the Velociraptor. High voice, gender not important. Must be played by an autistic actor.

Brother - All the self-centered apathy of a guy his age; a shithead with redeeming qualities. Also plays the Triceratops. Late 20s or early 30s actor playing a high school-aged boy.

Mom - Beleaguered but kind. Also plays the Tyrannosaurus Rex. mom-aged.

Development History

  • Reading
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    Concord Theatricals (Samuel French Off-Off-Broadway Short Play Festival)
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    2023
  • Reading
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    Prospect Theatre Company (Prospect Musical Theatre Lab)
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    2022

Production History

  • Professional
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    Theatre Now New York (Soundbites X Festival)
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    2023