All the Wrong Places

by Maybe Stewart

ALL THE WRONG PLACES is about a very romantic asexual and a very sexual aromantic that unwittingly end up as roommates. This new play follows the relationships of two young couples struggling to come to terms with their differences while learning to accept themselves for who they really are.

ALL THE WRONG PLACES is about a very romantic asexual and a very sexual aromantic that unwittingly end up as roommates. This new play follows the relationships of two young couples struggling to come to terms with their differences while learning to accept themselves for who they really are.

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All the Wrong Places

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  • Shaun Leisher: All the Wrong Places by Maybe Stewart
    “

    People that identify asexual or aromantic deserve to be portrayed in theatre with nuance and dignity. Stewart does just that with this play. Lane is not interested in sex but loves being romantic. Robbie hates romances but loves sex. They both know this about themselves and have accepted it. Their partners claim they have as well but they struggle. These two make form a moving relationship in this play as they both deeply understand each other's struggles. I hope this play gets produced everywhere. We need to talk about this.

    People that identify asexual or aromantic deserve to be portrayed in theatre with nuance and dignity. Stewart does just that with this play. Lane is not interested in sex but loves being romantic. Robbie hates romances but loves sex. They both know this about themselves and have accepted it. Their partners claim they have as well but they struggle. These two make form a moving relationship in this play as they both deeply understand each other's struggles. I hope this play gets produced everywhere. We need to talk about this.

    ”
  • Quinnipiac Unviersity: All the Wrong Places by Maybe Stewart
    “

    This play really struck a chord with me. It was relatable and funny, while also dealing with some of the harsh issues caused by aphobia, especially within our current societal climate. It not only explores the effect of Aphobia on queer individuals, but brings in the intersectional identity involved with being ace/aro. As a queer, asexual person, this was one of the best shows I've read in a while. The theatre world definitely needs this!!

    This play really struck a chord with me. It was relatable and funny, while also dealing with some of the harsh issues caused by aphobia, especially within our current societal climate. It not only explores the effect of Aphobia on queer individuals, but brings in the intersectional identity involved with being ace/aro. As a queer, asexual person, this was one of the best shows I've read in a while. The theatre world definitely needs this!!

    ”
  • Kari Barclay: All the Wrong Places by Maybe Stewart
    “

    Yes!! The American theater needs All the Wrong Places and its exploration of asexual and aromantic identities. The characters seek intimacy in all the wrong places but find each other's truths in the process. The craft and tightness of the script are obvious. I felt witnessed as an ace reader, and this play will resonate with ace, aro, and non-ace audiences alike.

    Yes!! The American theater needs All the Wrong Places and its exploration of asexual and aromantic identities. The characters seek intimacy in all the wrong places but find each other's truths in the process. The craft and tightness of the script are obvious. I felt witnessed as an ace reader, and this play will resonate with ace, aro, and non-ace audiences alike.

    ”

Character Information

1F, 2M, 1TGNC, 2 voice-over characters.

Directors are encouraged to experiment with gender and color-blind casting as they see appropriate.

There are two voice-over characters (1M, 1F) from a fictional movie that can either be double cast or cast separately. In the past, they have always been doubled with ROBBIE and ED.

ROBBIE must be played by a TGNC individual. Additionally, there are two versions of the script, which have been created for a more masc-leaning or femme-leaning actor, as ROBBIE is misgendered intentionally at various points. It should be the decision of the actor cast as ROBBIE which version is used.
  • Lane
    Mid-twenties. At first glance, one might think he's a jock type, but Lane is more comfortable sitting at home with a good book than anywhere else. He's the kind of person that you call when you need to talk at 3am with no judgement. Most of his friends would call him their rock, but he struggles to define himself outside of those he calls friends. He is asexual, but very romantic, and has been in a relationship with MARGO for 3 years.
    20-30
    Any
    Male,
    Any
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
  • Robbie
    Early/Mid-twenties. You would expect someone like Robbie to sport a handful of artsy tattoos and a single ear piercing they gave themselves in high school. They rotate between a punk and Pinterest hipster aesthetic, often landing somewhere in the middle in a uniquely ROBBIE way. They are aromantic, but very sex driven. They survived an incredibly abusive relationship with their mother by traveling the world for the past few years, and have returned to find their place in the world.
    20-30
    Any
    Non-binary,
    Gender non-conforming
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Non-binary
  • Margo
    Mid-twenties. Margo is a very intelligent young woman that has a passion for rainy days, smooth jazz, and infinity scarves. She has a mean jealous streak, is unaware of her internalized bigotry, and can come across as a cruel person, but in truth she is just incredibly insecure and cares a little too much. She has been in a relationship with LANE for 3 years, but they have been best friends since middle-school, and being with him has helped her start to see the errors of her upbringing. LANE'S asexuality is no secret, but not something she really understands.
    20-30
    Any
    Any
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
  • Ed
    Mid-twenties. The human embodiment of a golden retriever. He works at a burger joint, and moonlights as a local ultimate frisbee star on the weekends. He was raised to respect traditional family values, but is a more accepting and free-spirit than his family. He is one of LANE'S closest friends from college, and met ROBBIE in high school. He has been in love with ROBBIE from day one, but has yet to admit it to himself. He is the connection between LANE and ROBBIE, and convinced them to move into an apartment together sight unseen when they both needed a place to come home to.

    NOTE: ED's mother is Latinx. ED must be played by a Latinx actor or actor of color.
    20-30
    BIPOC
    Any
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Asian, Pacific Islander, or Asian American,
      Black, African, Caribbean, or African American,
      Indigenous, First Nation, or Native American,
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic,
      Middle Eastern, North African, or Arab American,
      Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander,
      South Asian or South Asian American

Development History

  • Reading, The Bridge Initiative, 2020
  • Reading, The Phoenix Theatre Company, 2019
  • Reading, Space 55, 2019
  • Reading, SUNY Purchase College, 2019