The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends

by John Bavoso

10-MINUTE: What happens when the people we create to hide our true selves get to live lives of their own? Tiffany is about to find out… but she’s gotta get through a very enthusiastic Orientation Coordinator first.

"'The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends' by John Bavoso... is probably one of my favorites of the evening. Bavoso creates an imaginary world where imaginary girlfriends go when they are no longer...

10-MINUTE: What happens when the people we create to hide our true selves get to live lives of their own? Tiffany is about to find out… but she’s gotta get through a very enthusiastic Orientation Coordinator first.

"'The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends' by John Bavoso... is probably one of my favorites of the evening. Bavoso creates an imaginary world where imaginary girlfriends go when they are no longer needed. It’s relatable, current, and relevant with a solid script and concept." — Backstage Baltimore

"The ninth number of the evening titled 'The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends' by John Bavoso was, by far, the most clever work on the playbill... This play is a true gem." — MD Theatre Guide

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The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends

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  • John Busser: The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends by John Bavoso
    “

    John Bavoso has come up with a damn funny explanation for all those mystery girlfriends that seemingly disappear when someone comes out of the closet. The Canadian aspect of it is brilliant. But this play also points out that nobody should be defined by anyone else. That's smart writing and it's why I heartily recommend this play.

    John Bavoso has come up with a damn funny explanation for all those mystery girlfriends that seemingly disappear when someone comes out of the closet. The Canadian aspect of it is brilliant. But this play also points out that nobody should be defined by anyone else. That's smart writing and it's why I heartily recommend this play.

    ”
  • RICK PARK: The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends by John Bavoso
    “

    Great 10 minute play! I was loving it all and was totally jealous that I didn't think of the idea first!!!! Bravo!

    Great 10 minute play! I was loving it all and was totally jealous that I didn't think of the idea first!!!! Bravo!

    ”
  • Tina Esper: The Home for Retired Canadian Girlfriends by John Bavoso
    “

    So. Much. Fun. This ten minute play delivers laughs, tight dialogue and a terrific ending. John knows how to take the political and wrap it in the most glorious, glimmering text. Well done!

    So. Much. Fun. This ten minute play delivers laughs, tight dialogue and a terrific ending. John knows how to take the political and wrap it in the most glorious, glimmering text. Well done!

    ”
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Character Information

  • Rupert
    A man of any age and any race. Skilled typist, clipboard enthusiast, generally high on life.
    Any
    Any
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • Tiffany
    A woman in her early 20s, any race. Half-formed and searching.
    Early 20s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Teens,
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman

Development History

  • Reading, Left Coast Theatre Company, 2023
  • Reading, Rainy Day Artistic Collective, 2021
  • Reading, Digital Dramatists, 2021
  • Reading, Phoenix Tears Productions, 2020
  • Reading, Short Play Podcast, 2019
  • Reading, Midwest Dramatists Conference, 2019

Production History

  • University, Butler Community College, 2025
  • University, Mount Holyoke College, 2025
  • Community Theater, The Ridgefield Theater Barn, 2024
  • University, Bates College, 2024
  • University, Illinois State University, 2024
  • University, University of South Carolina, 2023
  • Community Theater, Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop, 2022
  • High School, Ernest J. King High School, 2020
  • Professional, Aux Dog Theatre Nob Hill, 2020
  • Professional, CDC Theatre, 2020
  • Professional, Arlington Friends of the Drama, 2019
  • Professional, B3 Theater, 2019
  • Professional, Cold Comfort Theater, 2019
  • Professional, Fells Point Corner Theatre, 2019
  • Professional, The Q Collective, 2019

Awards

  • Edge Fest 2020
    Birdhouse Theatre
    Winner
    2020