Sweeping with the Enemy

by Arthur M Jolly

10 minutes - Two mothers come to blows while sweeping the stage before their daughters' dance recital. The play centers stage combat for the quarterstaff.

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Sweeping with the Enemy

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Ian Donley: Sweeping with the Enemy by Arthur M Jolly

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"Sweeping with the Enemy" is like MMA meets Dance Moms in the best way possible! This would be a treat to see live!

"Sweeping with the Enemy" is like MMA meets Dance Moms in the best way possible! This would be a treat to see live!

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Julie Zaffarano: Sweeping with the Enemy by Arthur M Jolly

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Very funny piece. Actors and audiences will love this play in a short play festival. Physical and fun!

Very funny piece. Actors and audiences will love this play in a short play festival. Physical and fun!

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Debra A. Cole: Sweeping with the Enemy by Arthur M Jolly

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Priceless - especially the stage manager's revelation. The tension between these two moms is familiar, worrisome, AND hilarious! This would be a treat at any 10-minute festival.

Priceless - especially the stage manager's revelation. The tension between these two moms is familiar, worrisome, AND hilarious! This would be a treat at any 10-minute festival.

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Character Information

2f, both of an age to have young daughters. Both roles require stage combat.

Brooke

Southern, trying to be lady-like in spite of her anger.

Character Age

20-30s

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female
Katelyn

Northen, city-girl transplant. Not putting up with crap today.

Character Age

20-30s

Character Race/Ethnic Identity

Any

Character Gender Identity

Female
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s
- Actor Gender Identity
  
  Female

Production History

Type University, Organization Carroll College, Helena, MT, Year 2022