The Speedy Gonzales Memorial Turtle Sanctuary

by A.M Palson

10 MINUTE PLAY: When Diana comes home from the trial, she expects to find her partner Carmen in a heightened state. What she doesn't expect, however, is to find that she's made their backyard into a sanctuary for stray turtles. This play explores the extremes we will go to in order to cope and the understanding necessary for us to be there for the ones we love.

10 MINUTE PLAY: When Diana comes home from the trial, she expects to find her partner Carmen in a heightened state. What she doesn't expect, however, is to find that she's made their backyard into a sanctuary for stray turtles. This play explores the extremes we will go to in order to cope and the understanding necessary for us to be there for the ones we love.

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The Speedy Gonzales Memorial Turtle Sanctuary

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    “

    A touching play on the mourning process.
    A wacky premise that's surprisingly poignant and uplifting, hopeful.
    An emotionally rich piece that two female actors would love to tackle.
    A smart choice for any theatre festival on themes of mourning and death.

    A touching play on the mourning process.
    A wacky premise that's surprisingly poignant and uplifting, hopeful.
    An emotionally rich piece that two female actors would love to tackle.
    A smart choice for any theatre festival on themes of mourning and death.

    ”

Character Information

  • Carmen
    Walks with a limp. Director should cast with diversity in mind.
    Mid 20s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Diana
    Director should cast with diversity in mind.
    Mid 20s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman

Development History

  • Reading, City Theatre She Shorts Sneak Peek, 2019
  • Reading, Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, Region 3, 2018

Production History

Awards

  • City Theatre National Award for Short Playwriting
    City Theatre
    Finalist
    2019
  • Gary Garrison Ten Minute Play Regional Finalist
    Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, Region 3
    Finalist
    2018