Desperate Measures

by Jeanne Johnston

When Joe brings home a handgun, he and his wife, Angela, fight about whether it's safe to have a gun in the house with young children. It turns out it's not so safe, but for reasons Joe didn't anticipate.

When Joe brings home a handgun, he and his wife, Angela, fight about whether it's safe to have a gun in the house with young children. It turns out it's not so safe, but for reasons Joe didn't anticipate.

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Desperate Measures

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  • Rachel Rubin Ladutke: Desperate Measures

    This is an intriguing piece with two great characters. It packs a lot into its short-play format. A few interesting twists made me ponder what happens after the lights go down!

    This is an intriguing piece with two great characters. It packs a lot into its short-play format. A few interesting twists made me ponder what happens after the lights go down!

Production History

  • Type Community Theater, Organization 2020 Kicking & Swearing One-Act Play Festival, Mystic Valley Players, Year 2020
  • Type Community Theater, Organization Wiesbaden Performing Arts Center, Germany, Year 2018