Cabana Boy

by Philip Middleton Williams

Full-Length: (2023) Mitch and Ben, college-age men, have landed summer jobs working poolside at the Silver Spray, an exclusive resort in the Florida Keys. Since it's the off-season, they're looking forward to a quiet and restful twelve weeks. But when they meet Alex and Miriam, a couple from California, it soon becomes apparent that there are things that go beyond their job description of waiting on the guests...

Full-Length: (2023) Mitch and Ben, college-age men, have landed summer jobs working poolside at the Silver Spray, an exclusive resort in the Florida Keys. Since it's the off-season, they're looking forward to a quiet and restful twelve weeks. But when they meet Alex and Miriam, a couple from California, it soon becomes apparent that there are things that go beyond their job description of waiting on the guests, including the complex tapestry of sexual intricacies, subtleties, strategies, and vulnerabilities.

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Cabana Boy

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  • Marj O'Neill-Butler: Cabana Boy by Philip Middleton Williams
    “

    This interesting romantic comedy/tragedy has you rooting for all four characters as the play unfolds and that is a wondrous thing to be able to do when writing. I had the pleasure of watching a filmed reading of this play from Philip's time in Alaska at the Last Frontier Theatre Conference. Gay themed but universal in its ideas.

    This interesting romantic comedy/tragedy has you rooting for all four characters as the play unfolds and that is a wondrous thing to be able to do when writing. I had the pleasure of watching a filmed reading of this play from Philip's time in Alaska at the Last Frontier Theatre Conference. Gay themed but universal in its ideas.

    ”
  • Arthur M Jolly: Cabana Boy by Philip Middleton Williams
    “

    A brilliant set-up, peopled by utterly realistic, nuanced characters in complex and fascinating relationships... Philip Middleton WIlliams never fails to surprise us with the endless voyeuristic joy of watching believable people living complicated lives on stage. In "Cabana Boy," he is at his best.

    A brilliant set-up, peopled by utterly realistic, nuanced characters in complex and fascinating relationships... Philip Middleton WIlliams never fails to surprise us with the endless voyeuristic joy of watching believable people living complicated lives on stage. In "Cabana Boy," he is at his best.

    ”
  • Paul Braverman: Cabana Boy by Philip Middleton Williams
    “

    Cabana Boy is another gem from Philip. One of the hallmarks of Philip’s work is the humanity of his characters. Each one is well-drawn, believable and interesting. The story is compelling and relevant, filled with humor and empathy. This is a romantic comedy you can really sink your teeth into.

    Cabana Boy is another gem from Philip. One of the hallmarks of Philip’s work is the humanity of his characters. Each one is well-drawn, believable and interesting. The story is compelling and relevant, filled with humor and empathy. This is a romantic comedy you can really sink your teeth into.

    ”
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Character Information

Ben is one-fourth First Nations (Cherokee). That is not a requirement for the role; it is family background for the character.
  • ALEX: A guest at the resort.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • MIRIAM: ALEX’s wife.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • MITCH: Athletic build; reserved and observant.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • BEN: Mitch’s co-worker. Outgoing, eager to please.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male

Development History

  • Reading, Valdez Theatre Conference, 2024
  • Reading, Fenton Productions, 2023