Radio Man

by Sarah Groustra

After a climate crisis decimates civilization as we know it, two sisters trek across the post-apocalyptic wasteland with only an eccentric voice on their transistor radio for company. When another young girl stumbles upon their campsite, they must decide whether or not the newcomer can stay. Longing, reminiscence, and a desire for their past life bond the women together, while the looming dangers of the natural...

After a climate crisis decimates civilization as we know it, two sisters trek across the post-apocalyptic wasteland with only an eccentric voice on their transistor radio for company. When another young girl stumbles upon their campsite, they must decide whether or not the newcomer can stay. Longing, reminiscence, and a desire for their past life bond the women together, while the looming dangers of the natural world threaten to take their lives.

read more
  • Inquire About Rights
  • Recommend
  • Download
  • Save to Library

Radio Man

Recommended by

  • Ryan Stevens: Radio Man by Sarah Groustra
    “

    Such a smart and humanist version of the post-apocalyptic perspective. A laser-focused depiction of a few scared, lonely people at the end of the world. Not a line of dialogue wasted, not a stage direction out of place.

    Such a smart and humanist version of the post-apocalyptic perspective. A laser-focused depiction of a few scared, lonely people at the end of the world. Not a line of dialogue wasted, not a stage direction out of place.

    ”
  • SMJ .: Radio Man by Sarah Groustra
    “

    An amazing play where every single moment means something. Loved it from beginning to end. Perfect for all colleges and so many professional theaters throughout the country. Produce it!

    An amazing play where every single moment means something. Loved it from beginning to end. Perfect for all colleges and so many professional theaters throughout the country. Produce it!

    ”
  • Samantha Oty: Radio Man by Sarah Groustra
    “

    A heartbreaking, thought-provoking post-apocalyptic play reminiscent of Cormac McCarthy's "The Road"--but shares the oft-forgotten female perspective of the end of the world.

    A heartbreaking, thought-provoking post-apocalyptic play reminiscent of Cormac McCarthy's "The Road"--but shares the oft-forgotten female perspective of the end of the world.

    ”
View all 7 recommendations
3 characters are voiceover only

Development History

  • Workshop, The Parsnip Ship, 2021

Production History

  • Professional, Underbelly Theatre Company, 2026
  • University, East Carolina University, 2025
  • Professional, SheNYC Arts, 2023

Awards

  • Best Script
    SheNYC Festival Awards
    Winner
    2023
  • WaterWorks
    LiveArts
    Finalist
    2023
  • Playwriting Competition
    Austin Film Festival
    Semi-Finalist
    2022
  • James E. Michael Playwriting Prize
    Kenyon College
    Winner
    2021