MELODIES OF THE PAST - Play One of "The Complete Ten-Minute Play Festival

by Tom Erb

Play One of "The Complete Ten-Minute Play Festival."

TEN-MINUTE - (2M/1F) "Melodies of the Past" is set in Alcott's Antiques, where the elderly Mr. Alcott shares a poignant tale tied to a music box with teenagers Jenny and Ethan. The music box, once belonging to Mr. Alcott's lost love Eleanor, becomes the story's centerpiece, symbolizing enduring love and the passage of time. As Mr. Alcott recounts his...

Play One of "The Complete Ten-Minute Play Festival."

TEN-MINUTE - (2M/1F) "Melodies of the Past" is set in Alcott's Antiques, where the elderly Mr. Alcott shares a poignant tale tied to a music box with teenagers Jenny and Ethan. The music box, once belonging to Mr. Alcott's lost love Eleanor, becomes the story's centerpiece, symbolizing enduring love and the passage of time. As Mr. Alcott recounts his connection with Eleanor and the music box's significance, Jenny and Ethan are moved by the depth of the story and the emotions it evokes. Ultimately, Mr. Alcott gifts the music box to Jenny, hoping its love, loss, and memory story will be preserved and cherished. The play delicately explores themes of nostalgia, the lasting impact of first loves, and the importance of stories in connecting us across generations.

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MELODIES OF THE PAST - Play One of "The Complete Ten-Minute Play Festival

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  • Glenn Alterman: MELODIES OF THE PAST - Play One of "The Complete Ten-Minute Play Festival by Tom Erb
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    Tom Erb has written a bittersweet short play about how memories from the past can enrich our lives. Set in an antique store, the owner, Mr. Alcott, has an encounter with 2 teens that will affect all of their lives. "Melodies of the Past" is well written and it's loving messages is one we can relate too. A delight.

    Tom Erb has written a bittersweet short play about how memories from the past can enrich our lives. Set in an antique store, the owner, Mr. Alcott, has an encounter with 2 teens that will affect all of their lives. "Melodies of the Past" is well written and it's loving messages is one we can relate too. A delight.

    ”
  • Anj Marie Riffel: MELODIES OF THE PAST - Play One of "The Complete Ten-Minute Play Festival by Tom Erb
    “

    I love the wholesome, wistful, bittersweet chord that Tom Erb has struck with this short play. "Melodies of the Past" reminds us that, while every memento has a story, it's the sharing of our memories that truly keeps them alive. The lovely intergenerational exchange radiates generosity and heart, while providing a wonderful opportunity to feature senior and teen actors.

    I love the wholesome, wistful, bittersweet chord that Tom Erb has struck with this short play. "Melodies of the Past" reminds us that, while every memento has a story, it's the sharing of our memories that truly keeps them alive. The lovely intergenerational exchange radiates generosity and heart, while providing a wonderful opportunity to feature senior and teen actors.

    ”
  • Christopher Plumridge: MELODIES OF THE PAST - Play One of "The Complete Ten-Minute Play Festival by Tom Erb
    “

    How lovely this play is!
    There's a certain, very famous musical which begins with a music box and the memories it holds. Tom's play is sweet, atmospheric and evokes such personal memories, and along with perfectly selected music, will make for a very moving short play. Wonderful!

    How lovely this play is!
    There's a certain, very famous musical which begins with a music box and the memories it holds. Tom's play is sweet, atmospheric and evokes such personal memories, and along with perfectly selected music, will make for a very moving short play. Wonderful!

    ”
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