First Date 2099

by Mike Byham

SHORT: The play takes place in 2099 where dating has become regimented through contractually regulated meetings and interactions. We get a peek at how this works as a first date between a man and a woman goes “very well.”

SHORT: The play takes place in 2099 where dating has become regimented through contractually regulated meetings and interactions. We get a peek at how this works as a first date between a man and a woman goes “very well.”

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First Date 2099

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  • Tom Erb: First Date 2099 by Mike Byham
    “

    In this futuristic play ‘First Date 2099,’ a regulated encounter between a man and a woman unveils their vulnerabilities. The sharp, witty dialogue contrasts their genuine emotions with the sterile backdrop of a mechanized dating system.” Enjoyed this read.

    In this futuristic play ‘First Date 2099,’ a regulated encounter between a man and a woman unveils their vulnerabilities. The sharp, witty dialogue contrasts their genuine emotions with the sterile backdrop of a mechanized dating system.” Enjoyed this read.

    ”
  • Ian Donley: First Date 2099 by Mike Byham
    “

    "First Date 2099" is a sweet and futuristic look into how human beings will (potentially) find love. Byham's writing is strategic, giving us moments of humanity sprinkled into the robotic interactions between these two characters which breathes life into the audience.

    "First Date 2099" is a sweet and futuristic look into how human beings will (potentially) find love. Byham's writing is strategic, giving us moments of humanity sprinkled into the robotic interactions between these two characters which breathes life into the audience.

    ”
  • Jacquelyn Floyd-Priskorn: First Date 2099 by Mike Byham
    “

    As stoic and awkward as these two appear to be, this really is romantic. Beyond the world that they are regulated to, they are following their hearts, the contracts be damned...but still be signed! Absolutely funny and adorable!

    As stoic and awkward as these two appear to be, this really is romantic. Beyond the world that they are regulated to, they are following their hearts, the contracts be damned...but still be signed! Absolutely funny and adorable!

    ”
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Development History

  • Reading, South Carolina Theatre Association , 2023

Production History

  • Community Theater, Lubbock Community Theatre, 2024

Awards

  • Tumbleweed Festival
    Lubbock Community Theatre
    Selection
    2024
  • 10 Minute Playworks Festival
    South Carolina Theatre Association
    Winner
    2023