Below Zero

by Anna Watts

When Nellie’s high school boyfriend, Erik, goes missing in the Northwoods of Minnesota in the middle of winter, she decides to take matters into her own hands. As a stand-up comic living in New York City, Nellie has no idea how to survive in the cold Northwoods. Luckily, or maybe unluckily, she convinces Mary Anne, Erik’s current girlfriend and a dog sledding guide, to help her look for him. The two women must...

When Nellie’s high school boyfriend, Erik, goes missing in the Northwoods of Minnesota in the middle of winter, she decides to take matters into her own hands. As a stand-up comic living in New York City, Nellie has no idea how to survive in the cold Northwoods. Luckily, or maybe unluckily, she convinces Mary Anne, Erik’s current girlfriend and a dog sledding guide, to help her look for him. The two women must overcome their differences and find Erik before they all freeze to death.

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  • Scott Charles: Below Zero by Anna Watts
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    One of the most original and unique plays I've seen. Refreshingly honest, direct, heartfelt, and funny. Reads well as a script and plays well on stage. A finalist at the 2023 B Street Comedy Festival. Nice work.

    One of the most original and unique plays I've seen. Refreshingly honest, direct, heartfelt, and funny. Reads well as a script and plays well on stage. A finalist at the 2023 B Street Comedy Festival. Nice work.

    ”
  • Ross Tedford Kendall: Below Zero by Anna Watts
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    What a unique story, taking advantage of the dog sled conceit and the mystery surrounding Erik's disappearance. I particularly love the poem, reminding me of the lost treasure poems that crop up now and then. The two characters are great foils, and both have virtues and flaws. Nicely done!

    What a unique story, taking advantage of the dog sled conceit and the mystery surrounding Erik's disappearance. I particularly love the poem, reminding me of the lost treasure poems that crop up now and then. The two characters are great foils, and both have virtues and flaws. Nicely done!

    ”
  • Shaun Leisher: Below Zero by Anna Watts
    “

    Such a great two-hander!!!

    Such a great two-hander!!!

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