Countdown

by Straton Rushing

Two friends attempt to hook up at a New Years Eve party but between interruptions and a disappearing condom they wind up having a much more important conversation about the nature of their feelings for one another.

Two friends attempt to hook up at a New Years Eve party but between interruptions and a disappearing condom they wind up having a much more important conversation about the nature of their feelings for one another.

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  • Renee Schilling: Countdown by Straton Rushing
    “

    "Countdown" is sweet, grounded and funny. The tension and vulnerability build so nicely. Would be really fun to perform and lands beautifully. Ahh young love.

    "Countdown" is sweet, grounded and funny. The tension and vulnerability build so nicely. Would be really fun to perform and lands beautifully. Ahh young love.

    ”
  • Lindsay Partain: Countdown by Straton Rushing
    “

    "Countdown" is such a sweet and funny short play for two actors! The awkward glory is all too relatable, and it is expertly balanced with genuine tenderness and the comfort of being with someone you know and trust to take care of you. A simply lovely play that would absolutely delight audiences.

    "Countdown" is such a sweet and funny short play for two actors! The awkward glory is all too relatable, and it is expertly balanced with genuine tenderness and the comfort of being with someone you know and trust to take care of you. A simply lovely play that would absolutely delight audiences.

    ”
  • Andrew Martineau: Countdown by Straton Rushing
    “

    This is a thoroughly engaging short play with much at stake and lots of beats for two young actors to play. The interruptions add humor and suspense, and Danny’s admission to Rachel makes the awkwardness genuine. This would be great for a New Year’s Eve night of fun theatre!

    This is a thoroughly engaging short play with much at stake and lots of beats for two young actors to play. The interruptions add humor and suspense, and Danny’s admission to Rachel makes the awkwardness genuine. This would be great for a New Year’s Eve night of fun theatre!

    ”
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Development History

  • Reading, Nouveau 47 Productions (Dallas, TX), 2017

Production History

  • Professional, The Player's Theatre Short Play Festival (NYC, NY), 2018