Sliding into Seniorhood by Kim E. Ruyle

[Full-Length]
The paths of six intriguing characters intersect as they navigate the unpredictable and challenging twists and turns of aging. On the slide into seniorhood, they encounter relationships and experiences, some painful, some sensual, and some just downright silly. When all is said and done, will they find that life has left them with anything more than simple memories?
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Sliding into Seniorhood

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  • Julie Zaffarano:
    24 Nov. 2023
    “ I thoroughly enjoyed Kim E, Ruyle's "Sliding into Seniorhood" -- a fun and poignant play that mature actors and all adult audiences will enjoy. Characters are well drawn. The play hits the mark about the concerns about aging. So refreshing to read a play with seniors having hopes and dreams rather than aches and pains. ”
  • Morey Norkin:
    27 Jul. 2023
    “ Kim E. Ruyle has created a clever romantic comedy with mature characters whose connections are based on some surprising coincidences. The crisp dialogue and the way Ruyle weaves the backstories with the present pull you in so you can’t help but root for all the various relationships to work out. In addition to the romantic relationships, there are family dynamics at play that provide a source of drama and tension. It all works beautifully! And that ending! Would love to see this before I slide completely into seniorhood! ”
  • Rachel Feeny-Williams:
    10 Mar. 2022
    “ From the very first two page scene, this piece had be intrigued and asking many questions about the characters, which is always a great place to start a play. From there you are guided through a series of snapshots in the lives of other, equally brilliantly created characters. Through the piece you will find yourself laughing with them, smiling with them and crying with them. By the end you won't want to let them go. Kim's wonderful play that allows these characters to share there stories with you is one that needs a stage and an audience to see it! ”
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MATT: Male, 50s; devil-may-care industrial-organizational psychologist with a sensitive side. Walt’s son.
VALERIE: Female, 40s; confident and presumptuous neuropsychologist and professor. Sherry’s niece.
SHERRY: Female, 60s; recently retired high school Spanish teacher; determined to succeed in first community theatre acting experience.
WALT: Male, late 60s – 70s; retired professor of Latin American history and resident of Nob Hill Manor; refined and nattily dressed.
BONNIE: Female, 60s; a legend in the local community theatre scene; vivacious, provocative, and at times outrageous; an open book.
EDDY: Male, late 60s – 70s; retired plumber and Nob Hill Manor resident where he relishes a well-deserved reputation as a lothario.
Recorded with Doubling
AIRPORT ANNOUNCER: Offstage voice announcing flights over intercom.
STAGE MANAGER: Offstage voice prompting actors over intercom.

Development History

  • Reading
    ,
    Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts
    ,
    2022
  • Workshop
    ,
    North Brookfield Theatre Guild
    ,
    2020

Production History

  • Community Theater
    ,
    Shawnee Playhouse
    ,
    2021

Awards

Finalist
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Best Original Full-Length Production of Theatrical Season 2021 (Writing)
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Northeastern Pennsylvania Theatrical Alliance
,
2022
Winner
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Original Playwrights Full-Length Play Grand Prize Winner
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Shawnee Playhouse
,
2020