Paint Night

by Carey Crim

Six women get together for a much needed girls night out. The plan is to eat, drink and create works of art at a local Paint and Sip night. But as the alcohol flows (and truths and insecurities are revealed) six carefully curated lives begin to show their cracks. Paint Night is about what happens when we let shed our Instagram #blessed lives and get hilariously and heartbreakingly real.

Six women get together for a much needed girls night out. The plan is to eat, drink and create works of art at a local Paint and Sip night. But as the alcohol flows (and truths and insecurities are revealed) six carefully curated lives begin to show their cracks. Paint Night is about what happens when we let shed our Instagram #blessed lives and get hilariously and heartbreakingly real.

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  • Bethany Dickens Assaf: Paint Night by Carey Crim
    “

    WOW. This is one of those plays that just might change you: Crim’s work deftly addresses multiple issues with both an empathetic and uncompromising voice. Each of these six women has an authentic perspectives on the subjects of motherhood and womanhood, and is on a compelling personal journey that intersects with the others’ in fascinating ways. I recommend this play in particular for actors seeking monologues: there are several, and each is stunning. I also loved the way humor is woven expertly throughout; in general, there’s not one forced or false beat in this play: highly recommended.

    WOW. This is one of those plays that just might change you: Crim’s work deftly addresses multiple issues with both an empathetic and uncompromising voice. Each of these six women has an authentic perspectives on the subjects of motherhood and womanhood, and is on a compelling personal journey that intersects with the others’ in fascinating ways. I recommend this play in particular for actors seeking monologues: there are several, and each is stunning. I also loved the way humor is woven expertly throughout; in general, there’s not one forced or false beat in this play: highly recommended.

    ”
  • Cheryl Bear: Paint Night by Carey Crim
    “

    A beautifully done play about the bonding of women as they go through the tumultuous journey of life. The ability to be vulnerable and the support we need from our friends is more vital than we can sometimes communicate. Excellent work!

    A beautifully done play about the bonding of women as they go through the tumultuous journey of life. The ability to be vulnerable and the support we need from our friends is more vital than we can sometimes communicate. Excellent work!

    ”
  • Noel VanDenBosch: Paint Night by Carey Crim
    “

    A delightful play for an all-female cast. This script is both tender and honest as 6 women navigate their struggles and lives.

    A delightful play for an all-female cast. This script is both tender and honest as 6 women navigate their struggles and lives.

    ”
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Character Information

There is a version with an intermission if needed.
  • Miriam
    A humanities professor with a grown son and daughter. A woman whose desire to see the bright side of life has been greatly tested. She is a raw nerve.
    Late fifties to early sixties
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Bree
    Fern’s daughter. A working mom with a stay at home husband and a six year old son who may be transgender.
    late 30's to early 40's
    White
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      White
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Gwen
    A business wunderkind who, after taking time off to raise her three kids, is finding it difficult to reenter a workforce that no longer values her.
    Forties
    African American / Black
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Black, African, Caribbean, or African American
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Fern
    Bree’s mother. She put everything into her family, even when they didn’t want it. A good Christian woman trying to do the right thing, but the world is changing too fast for her.
    Late fifties to early sixties
    White
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      White
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Lolly
    Miriam’s daughter. Any ethnicity. A bit of a Peter Pan lost soul. Five careers in as many years. Grew up with a schizophrenic older brother.
    thirty
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Vera
    Sixties. Paint night leader.
    A straight shooting free spirit.
    sixties
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female

Development History

  • Reading, The Purple Rose Theater, 2019

Production History

  • Professional, Maine Public Theatre, 2023

Awards

  • The Kilroys List
    The Kilroys
    2020