The Astronots

by Mora V. Harris

FULL-LENGTH: In the very near future, billionaire C.E.O Alston Garth invites four lucky contest winners to ride with him on a quick scenic orbit around the Earth in an unmanned craft. But when Alston reveals he has a larger adventure in store, the passengers are determined to reverse the ship’s course before they languish away in a metallic tube full of strangers. The outcome may look bleak, but Alston assures...

FULL-LENGTH: In the very near future, billionaire C.E.O Alston Garth invites four lucky contest winners to ride with him on a quick scenic orbit around the Earth in an unmanned craft. But when Alston reveals he has a larger adventure in store, the passengers are determined to reverse the ship’s course before they languish away in a metallic tube full of strangers. The outcome may look bleak, but Alston assures them he didn’t select anyone who wasn’t ready to leave the Earth behind...And all billionaires are geniuses, right?

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The Astronots

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  • Noah Eisengrein: The Astronots by Mora V. Harris
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    Chock-full of wit and a surprising amount of emotionality, this play contains a fun, not-so-unbelievable set of circumstances with a lovable cast of characters, and reveals itself to be a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and family. The sheer nuttiness and...genius? of Alston Garth sticks with me after reading for him in a workshop of this play, and I continue to be touched by the relationships formed between his fellow passengers. A wonderful read that I hope to see fully realized in a production soon!

    Chock-full of wit and a surprising amount of emotionality, this play contains a fun, not-so-unbelievable set of circumstances with a lovable cast of characters, and reveals itself to be a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and family. The sheer nuttiness and...genius? of Alston Garth sticks with me after reading for him in a workshop of this play, and I continue to be touched by the relationships formed between his fellow passengers. A wonderful read that I hope to see fully realized in a production soon!

    ”
  • David A. Miller: The Astronots by Mora V. Harris
    “

    A hilarious and poignant play that asks and explores the question, "WHY would a billionaire want to take a group of civilians into space with them?" I can't wait to see a fully staged production of this play.

    A hilarious and poignant play that asks and explores the question, "WHY would a billionaire want to take a group of civilians into space with them?" I can't wait to see a fully staged production of this play.

    ”
  • Paul Donnelly: The Astronots by Mora V. Harris
    “

    An inspired and inspiring portrait of reluctant travelers on a involuntary trip to Mars. There are numerous moments of high comedy and tender moments of real human connection. This play would be a delight to see staged.

    An inspired and inspiring portrait of reluctant travelers on a involuntary trip to Mars. There are numerous moments of high comedy and tender moments of real human connection. This play would be a delight to see staged.

    ”
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Development History

Production History

  • University, Slippery Rock University, 2024
  • University, Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg , 2023