The Surly Bonds of Earth

by Maggie Munday Odom

Two students who knew teacher and astronaut Christa McAuliffe grapple with their unraveling understanding of the world after the explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger.

Two students who knew teacher and astronaut Christa McAuliffe grapple with their unraveling understanding of the world after the explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger.

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The Surly Bonds of Earth

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  • Elizabeth Shannon: The Surly Bonds of Earth by Maggie Munday Odom
    “

    An amazing piece for young female actors, and such a heartbreaking and personal portrayal of a famous historical event. Great work by Odom.

    An amazing piece for young female actors, and such a heartbreaking and personal portrayal of a famous historical event. Great work by Odom.

    ”

Character Information

  • AMBER
    Teenage
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Teens
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • SAM
    Teenage
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Teens
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman

Awards

  • Young Playwrights Fesitval
    The Blank Theatre
    Winner
    2020