Of Mice and Marines by John Yunker

When a Marine unwittingly takes a photograph of an endangered species of mouse, a battle is set in motion between the military and environmentalists along the coastal sand dunes of Southern California. This play was inspired by a true story of the endangered Pacific Pocket Mouse and the United States Marines at Camp Pendleton, California.
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Of Mice and Marines

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  • Stephanie Kline:
    6 Jan. 2024
    “ I loved this play! The line, "I'm done playing musical beaches," felt so authentic to Marine Corps leadership. The piece was funny, relevant, and a beautiful reminder of how the mission may not always be what's most important. ”
  • Cheryl Bear:
    17 Aug. 2021
    “ A marvelous play giving light to an endangered species and calls on us to put effort into saving lives! Well done. ”
  • Cameron Houg:
    17 Dec. 2018
    “ A wonderful short play about our place in the world, and the importance of stepping up to make a difference when it comes to defending nature and its inhabitants. ”
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Development History

  • Reading
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    Association for Theatre in Higher Education
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    2017

Production History

  • Community Theater
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    Orange County Ten Minute Play Festival (Sugar Loaf, NY)
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    2019
  • Community Theater
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    Cascades Theatre, Bend
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    2018
  • Professional
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    Carrollwood Players
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    2017