DOWN BY CONTACT tells the story of a former pro quarterback who in retirement struggles with the debilitating effects of CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy). The play is based on the lives of former football players and their families.
formerly Carson’s college receiver and best friend. For production purposes it may be effective to cast a man who could pass as someone perhaps a bit older.
Can be played by:
Age:
20s, 30s
Race/Ethnicity:
Black, African, Caribbean, or African American
Gender:
Male
Tommy
20s,
White
,
Male
Carson and Kelsey’s son
Can be played by:
Age:
Teens, 20s
Race/Ethnicity:
White
Gender:
Male
Kelsey
40s,
White
,
Female
Carson’s wife and former competitive swimmer
Can be played by:
Age:
30s, 40s
Race/Ethnicity:
White
Gender:
Female
Carson
40s,
White
,
Male
retired pro QB
Can be played by:
Age:
30s, 40s, 50s
Race/Ethnicity:
White
Gender:
Male
Development History
Reading
,
Dobama Theatre
,
2016
Reading
,
Convergence Continuum
,
2015
Production History
Professional
,
Dobama Theatre and Playwrights Local (co-production)