In a dystopian future ruled by a new Leader, four strangers awaken in a nightmarish underground arena. To survive, they must uncover their connection while navigating a brutal game where only one escapes. As paranoia mounts and tensions explode, their fight for survival hurtles toward a shocking and deadly climax.
TW: blood, violence, discussion of sexual assault
In a dystopian future ruled by a new Leader, four strangers awaken in a nightmarish underground arena. To survive, they must uncover their connection while navigating a brutal game where only one escapes. As paranoia mounts and tensions explode, their fight for survival hurtles toward a shocking and deadly climax.
TW: blood, violence, discussion of sexual assault
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The Waiting Room
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The Waiting Room
by Wesley Cappiello
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I LOVED THIS PLAY!!!!!!!!!!! Clever and creative and a rare thing in theater, succeed in creating suspense like a movie!!!!
I LOVED THIS PLAY!!!!!!!!!!! Clever and creative and a rare thing in theater, succeed in creating suspense like a movie!!!!
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Character Information
3F, 3M, 1g
ONE
Can be played by:
Actor Age
20s
Actor Gender Identity
Woman
TWO
Can be played by:
Actor Age
30s
Actor Gender Identity
Woman
THREE
Can be played by:
Actor Age
20s
Actor Gender Identity
Man
FOUR
Can be played by:
Actor Age
40s
Actor Gender Identity
Man
THE MAN
Non-speaking, physical role.
Can be played by:
Actor Age
30s
Actor Gender Identity
Man
THE WOMAN
Non-speaking, physical role.
Can be played by:
Actor Age
30s
Actor Gender Identity
Woman
THE LITTLE GIRL
Can be played by:
Actor Age
Child
Actor Gender Identity
Woman
Production History
TypeWorkshop, OrganizationNew York Theater Festival, Year2021