Boogie

by Angelle Whavers

Not being able to sleep due to nightmares, Alex attempts to put an end to them after discovering the Boogie Man is the cause. However, after meeting this famous monster, Alex learns the truth about fears and that it’s okay to be afraid.

Not being able to sleep due to nightmares, Alex attempts to put an end to them after discovering the Boogie Man is the cause. However, after meeting this famous monster, Alex learns the truth about fears and that it’s okay to be afraid.

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Boogie

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  • Janine Sobeck Knighton: Boogie by Angelle Whavers
    “

    Boogie is a fun exploration of how paralyzed we can become when we're not afraid to admit we are afraid - and to accept that fear is not necessarily a bad thing. Love the comedic, irreverent Boogie who is the opposite of the shadow we so often imagine in our nightmares.

    Boogie is a fun exploration of how paralyzed we can become when we're not afraid to admit we are afraid - and to accept that fear is not necessarily a bad thing. Love the comedic, irreverent Boogie who is the opposite of the shadow we so often imagine in our nightmares.

    ”

Character Information

BOOGIE (He/They) - Loud, playful, and caring. This is a role for a strong character actor that is still able to show sincerity. Though Boogie is the Boogie Man, the title does not indicate Boogie’s gender.

ALEX (She/They)- A shy child who does not like dealing with people SHE doesn’t know. Is very artistic and imaginative.

MOM (She/Her)- Alex’s mother. Caring and Alex’s role model.

DAD (He/Him)- Alex’s father. Just a man trying to raise his child the best he can.

DAWNA (She/Her)- A neighbor who is very talkative.

MAX (She/They)- Dawna’s child. Ready to say what's on her mind.
  • Boogie
    Loud, playful, and caring. This is a role for a strong character actor that is still able to show sincerity.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man,
      Non-binary
  • Alex
    A shy child who does not like dealing with people SHE doesn’t know. Is very artistic and imaginative.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Child
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman,
      Non-binary
  • Mom
    Alex’s mother. Caring and Alex’s role model.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Dad
    Alex’s father. Just a man trying to raise his child the best he can.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • Dawna
    A neighbor who is very talkative.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
  • Max
    Dawna’s child. Ready to say what's on her mind.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Child
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman,
      Non-binary

Development History

  • Reading, The Growing Stage , 2020

Production History

  • Professional, The Growing Stage, 2023

Awards

  • New Play-Reading Festival
    The Growing Stage in Netcong, NJ
    Winner
    2020