Last Laugh

ONE-ACT PLAY: Two comics, one nearing the end of his career without the success he’d hoped for, and one hoping she’s on the verge of her big break, discover a connection beyond comedy.

ONE-ACT PLAY: Two comics, one nearing the end of his career without the success he’d hoped for, and one hoping she’s on the verge of her big break, discover a connection beyond comedy.

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Last Laugh

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  • Dan West: Last Laugh

    A Tale of Two Stand-Ups. Jackie is an aging borscht belt comic who is feeling his mortality and seeking to pass on the legacy he never quite established. Jennifer is more worried about impressing the scout from SNL who is rumored to be in attendance. Will either of them find their peace before it is time for Jennifer or go onstage? A profoundly humorous and heartfelt piece about the business of comedy, unrealized dreams, and redemption.

    A Tale of Two Stand-Ups. Jackie is an aging borscht belt comic who is feeling his mortality and seeking to pass on the legacy he never quite established. Jennifer is more worried about impressing the scout from SNL who is rumored to be in attendance. Will either of them find their peace before it is time for Jennifer or go onstage? A profoundly humorous and heartfelt piece about the business of comedy, unrealized dreams, and redemption.

  • Anastasia Wild: Last Laugh

    What a ride! Comedic-centric and absolutely dazzling, "Last Laugh" is a whirlwind of humor, heartbreak, laughter, and longing. A fantastic opportunity for two comedic actors at play, it is certain to keep audiences on their toes, packed with delight and depth. "For us it’s laughter. Laughter is what’s important in this world. I feel like we’re connecting."

    What a ride! Comedic-centric and absolutely dazzling, "Last Laugh" is a whirlwind of humor, heartbreak, laughter, and longing. A fantastic opportunity for two comedic actors at play, it is certain to keep audiences on their toes, packed with delight and depth. "For us it’s laughter. Laughter is what’s important in this world. I feel like we’re connecting."

  • James Binz: Last Laugh

    Borscht belt comic meets SNL comedian daughter for the first time. Norkin lays in touches of sadness, profound thought and deep significance with an overall seasoning of funny. Very well written and a powerful story well told. A glorious opportunity for a senior actor and a young comic actress.

    Borscht belt comic meets SNL comedian daughter for the first time. Norkin lays in touches of sadness, profound thought and deep significance with an overall seasoning of funny. Very well written and a powerful story well told. A glorious opportunity for a senior actor and a young comic actress.

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Character Information

Jackie - Male, Jewish comic, 70ish, never made the big-time

Jennifer - Female, comic, 30ish
  • JACKIE
    Jewish comic, never made the big-time
    Character Age
    70ish
    Character Race/Ethnic Identity
    Jewish -- Ashkenazi
    Character Gender Identity
    Male
  • JENNIFER
    Character Age
    30ish
    Character Gender Identity
    Female

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