Down By Contact

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.
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Down By Contact

Character Information

  • Trypp
    20a,
    African American / Black
    ,
    Male
    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.
  • Tommy
    20s,
    White
    ,
    Male
    Carson and Kelsey’s son
  • Kelsey
    40s,
    White
    ,
    Female
    Carson’s wife and former competitive swimmer
  • Carson
    40s,
    White
    ,
    Male
    retired pro QB

Development History

  • Reading
    ,
    Dobama Theatre
    ,
    2016
  • Reading
    ,
    Convergence Continuum
    ,
    2015

Production History

  • Professional
    ,
    Dobama Theatre and Playwrights Local (co-production)
    ,
    2018