NAKED INFLUENCE

by Suzanne Bradbeer

“...the fresh expression of a smart, thoughtful voice”. "This world premiere is worth your attention.” From The Berkshire Eagle and The Daily Gazette, respectively.

A stripper. Her sister. A congressman. The rookie cop. When an exotic dancer decides to leave the profession she is confronted by unintended and potentially dangerous consequences...

“...the fresh expression of a smart, thoughtful voice”. "This world premiere is worth your attention.” From The Berkshire Eagle and The Daily Gazette, respectively.

A stripper. Her sister. A congressman. The rookie cop. When an exotic dancer decides to leave the profession she is confronted by unintended and potentially dangerous consequences...

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NAKED INFLUENCE

Recommended by

  • Cheryl Bear: NAKED INFLUENCE by Suzanne Bradbeer
    “

    A powerful piece tackling the all too common experience of the abuse of power and the devastating consequences of that. Well done.

    A powerful piece tackling the all too common experience of the abuse of power and the devastating consequences of that. Well done.

    ”
  • Shellen Lubin: NAKED INFLUENCE by Suzanne Bradbeer
    “

    Naked Influence is a compelling and challenging play that draws its characters deftly and with complexity, and draws us along through the story with questions and surprises every step of the way. I saw the excellent production at Capital Rep in Albany, and highly recommend this play--it deserves more production!

    Naked Influence is a compelling and challenging play that draws its characters deftly and with complexity, and draws us along through the story with questions and surprises every step of the way. I saw the excellent production at Capital Rep in Albany, and highly recommend this play--it deserves more production!

    ”

Character Information

The Capital Rep production also cast two actresses as dancers in the club - this worked beautifully.
  • Lucy (Red) Wilson
    An exotic dancer.
    30's
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Sammie
    Lucy's sister.
    30's
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Angie
    A former dancer, now a bartender.
    50's
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Dennis
    A Congressman.
    Late 40's - 60's
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      White
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • Tommy
    A rookie cop.
    20's - 30's
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man

Development History

  • Reading, Ensemble Studio Theatre,
  • Residency, The Lark/Dorset Theatre Festival/Rebeck Writers Retreat ,
  • Reading, The Actors Studio New Play Festival ,

Production History

  • Professional, Capital Repertory Theatre, 2016

Awards

  • NEXT ACT! New Play Summit
    Capital Rep
    Winner
    2015