In Darkness, Audio Flowers Bloom

by Alvaro Saar Rios

FULL LENGTH. In a dark distant future where music doesn’t exist, a group of young resisters risk everything to make their own.

Estimated running time: 65-70 minutes.

Internal cuts allowed only for UIL OAP.

FULL LENGTH. In a dark distant future where music doesn’t exist, a group of young resisters risk everything to make their own.

Estimated running time: 65-70 minutes.

Internal cuts allowed only for UIL OAP.

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In Darkness, Audio Flowers Bloom

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  • Erin Lekovic: In Darkness, Audio Flowers Bloom by Alvaro Saar Rios
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    I thoroughly enjoyed reading this lyrical, imaginative play. I also appreciated the opportunity for artists to devise their own "audio flower." What a gift for a teacher/director and their student performers! This play provides great potential for ensemble-building in the rehearsal room plus rich themes to spark spirited post-show discussions.

    I thoroughly enjoyed reading this lyrical, imaginative play. I also appreciated the opportunity for artists to devise their own "audio flower." What a gift for a teacher/director and their student performers! This play provides great potential for ensemble-building in the rehearsal room plus rich themes to spark spirited post-show discussions.

    ”
There are no specific gender requirements for all ten characters.
Age of characters can range from late teens to 20's.
SILENCE, the narrator character, should be played by more than one performer.

Development History

  • Reading, Northeastern Illinois University, Fall 2025
  • Reading, University of Florida, 2023
  • Reading, CATCO, Columbus, OH, 2022

Production History

  • University, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Fall 2025
  • University, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee , Fall 2025
  • Professional, Contemporary Theatre of Ohio, 2024
  • High School, Beacon Academy, Evanston, IL — Podcast Version, 2020