Women in Jeopardy!

by Wendy MacLeod

Divorcees Mary and Jo are suspicious of their friend Liz’s new dentist boyfriend--he's not just a weirdo; he may be a serial killer! After all, his hygienist just disappeared. Trading their wine glasses for spy glasses, imaginations run wild as the ladies try to discover the truth and save their friend in a hilarious off-road adventure. Available through Dramatists Play Service.

Divorcees Mary and Jo are suspicious of their friend Liz’s new dentist boyfriend--he's not just a weirdo; he may be a serial killer! After all, his hygienist just disappeared. Trading their wine glasses for spy glasses, imaginations run wild as the ladies try to discover the truth and save their friend in a hilarious off-road adventure. Available through Dramatists Play Service.

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Women in Jeopardy!

Recommended by

  • J.Lois Diamond: Women in Jeopardy! by Wendy MacLeod
    “

    I just read the sample and couldn't stop laughing. The situation is absurd, the characters are quirky and the dialogue is oh so witty. I would love to be able to read the whole play, or better yet, see it produced. Well done!

    I just read the sample and couldn't stop laughing. The situation is absurd, the characters are quirky and the dialogue is oh so witty. I would love to be able to read the whole play, or better yet, see it produced. Well done!

    ”
  • Jenni Werner: Women in Jeopardy! by Wendy MacLeod
    “

    Geva produced the world premiere of this in 2015 (not 2012 as the history says). It's hilarious, and the women in our audience, especially, responded to the play. Phenomenal roles for women, and absolutely should be on your reading list - so much fun to be had here!

    Geva produced the world premiere of this in 2015 (not 2012 as the history says). It's hilarious, and the women in our audience, especially, responded to the play. Phenomenal roles for women, and absolutely should be on your reading list - so much fun to be had here!

    ”

Character Information

  • Mary
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Jo
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Liz
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Jackson Scull/Sgt. Sponsullar
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • Amanda
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Teens,
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Trenner
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Teens,
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man

Development History

  • Commission, The Arden Theater, 2012

Production History

  • Professional, Merrimack Repertory Theater, 2018
  • Professional, Geva Theater, 2015
  • Professional, The Cape Playhouse, 2015