THE WEIRD SISTERS

by Charles Scott Jones

10-Minute Play: Henry's three ex-wives arrive at his apartment while he is bathing. The friction between Iris, Pammy, and Alicia slowly ignites a cauldron of marital strife as Henry serenades from the tub.

10-Minute Play: Henry's three ex-wives arrive at his apartment while he is bathing. The friction between Iris, Pammy, and Alicia slowly ignites a cauldron of marital strife as Henry serenades from the tub.

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  • Brent Alles: THE WEIRD SISTERS

    I loved much about this piece. First, we'll start with the Shakespearean aspects, which is always an easy sell with me. Then, the allusions to show tunes? Check two on the "it pleases me verily" checklist. Beyond that, however, you have sharp and witty dialogue between all three of the "sisters," and you get to be amused, horrified, and sometimes both as we somewhat merrily roll along. A unique and hilarious ten minute that would do great in festivals around a certain time of year, if you know what I mean, and I think you do. Really enjoyed it!

    I loved much about this piece. First, we'll start with the Shakespearean aspects, which is always an easy sell with me. Then, the allusions to show tunes? Check two on the "it pleases me verily" checklist. Beyond that, however, you have sharp and witty dialogue between all three of the "sisters," and you get to be amused, horrified, and sometimes both as we somewhat merrily roll along. A unique and hilarious ten minute that would do great in festivals around a certain time of year, if you know what I mean, and I think you do. Really enjoyed it!

  • Lisa Dellagiarino Feriend: THE WEIRD SISTERS

    I really enjoy stories where everyone becomes friends by the end, and that's maybe not QUITE what's going on in this short, but it's in that vein, and I'm here for it. I loved the banter and learning insights into each woman's marriage to Henry slowly as the play went on. Henry himself is a character you'll find yourself hating, even as he never makes an appearance on stage, turning up only as a voice offstage. What a fun, fresh short play this is.

    I really enjoy stories where everyone becomes friends by the end, and that's maybe not QUITE what's going on in this short, but it's in that vein, and I'm here for it. I loved the banter and learning insights into each woman's marriage to Henry slowly as the play went on. Henry himself is a character you'll find yourself hating, even as he never makes an appearance on stage, turning up only as a voice offstage. What a fun, fresh short play this is.

  • Morey Norkin: THE WEIRD SISTERS

    Henry may think he has big news for his three ex wives, but they have some news for him! Charles Scott Jones has crafted one clever short with the unseen Henry singing away in the tub and somehow leaving mysterious notes that just seem to appear out of the blue while the wives’ frustration builds. Fun reference to My Fair Lady adds to the overall enjoyment. It would be loverly to see this staged.

    Henry may think he has big news for his three ex wives, but they have some news for him! Charles Scott Jones has crafted one clever short with the unseen Henry singing away in the tub and somehow leaving mysterious notes that just seem to appear out of the blue while the wives’ frustration builds. Fun reference to My Fair Lady adds to the overall enjoyment. It would be loverly to see this staged.

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Character Information

3 women, all middle years or older
1 melodious off-stage voice of a man bathing
  • ALICIA
    his third wife, a bit older than PAMMY
    Character Age
    40s or older
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Female
  • HENRY
    a melodious offstage voice, coming from the bathtub
    Character Age
    ANY
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • IRIS
    HENRY's first wife
    Character Age
    40s or older
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Female
  • PAMMY
    his second wife, a bit younger than IRIS
    Character Age
    40s or older
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Any
    Character Gender Identity
    Female