The First Page

Charlotte and Mo are afraid their dear friend Edna has dementia, while Edna just wants to go dancing with her sweetheart.

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The First Page

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  • Scott Sickles:
    11 Sep. 2021
    Some people wait a lifetime for love. And when there’s finally, finally a glimmer of hope, it’s wonderful to have supportive friends who believe in and support you through it all.
    Unfortunately, Edna has these two.

    Charlotte and Mo mean well and they have more than enough reason to take the protective stance that they do. And Edna… well… Edna.

    Probst gives us three fabulous old ladies we wish we could grow old with, and a hope of love we root for because it’s so unlikely. Effortlessly nuanced and hilarious, every page of THE FIRST PAGE shines!
  • Scott Sickles:
    11 Sep. 2021
    Some people wait a lifetime for love. And when there’s finally, finally a glimmer of hope, it’s wonderful to have supportive friends who believe in and support you through it all.
    Unfortunately, Edna has these two.

    Charlotte and Mo mean well and they have more than enough reason to take the protective stance that they do. And Edna… well… Edna.

    Probst gives us three fabulous old ladies we wish we could grow old with, and a hope of love we root for because it’s so unlikely. Effortlessly nuanced and hilarious, every page of THE FIRST PAGE shines!
  • Rachael Carnes:
    3 Apr. 2020
    A loving portrayal of the loss that happens by slow degrees, and friendships bend towards the onset of dementia. The deepest connections can bow deeply, finding new ways forward. A beautiful play, with great roles for mature actors.

Development History

  • Reading
    ,
    Association of Theatre in Higher Education
    ,
    2006
  • Reading
    ,
    Miller's Senior Living
    ,
    2005
  • Reading
    ,
    Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
    ,
    2004
  • Reading
    ,
    San Francisco State University
    ,
    2004

Awards

Finalist
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National Award, Ten Minute Play
,
Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
,
2004
Winner
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Region 8, Ten Minute Play
,
Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
,
2004