B.E.A.U.T.Y.

by Brent Alles

(One act play, approximately 20-25 minutes.) It’s the end of the world, and a scientist has created an artificial life form, B.E.A.U.T.Y., to try to keep what was beautiful about humanity alive after the species itself has apparently expired.

(One act play, approximately 20-25 minutes.) It’s the end of the world, and a scientist has created an artificial life form, B.E.A.U.T.Y., to try to keep what was beautiful about humanity alive after the species itself has apparently expired.

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  • V.B. Rankin: B.E.A.U.T.Y. by Brent Alles
    “

    A female forward post-singularity genesis story with a dramatic good vs. evil imbroglio. I can't wait to see it staged! Bravo!

    A female forward post-singularity genesis story with a dramatic good vs. evil imbroglio. I can't wait to see it staged! Bravo!

    ”
  • James Perry: B.E.A.U.T.Y. by Brent Alles
    “

    B.E.A.U.T.Y. is an artificial life form created to preserve the uniquely human concept of beauty in a post-apocalyptic world. Following the death of her creator, B.E.A.U.T.Y. embarks on a harrowing journey through a hellish landscape known as the wasteland. This cleverly crafted piece by Brent Alles, has been written explicitly for the stage, and contains a surprisingly substantial amount of humanity despite its dystopian setting. This play would be relatively easy to produce and could provide a distinctive opportunity for designers interested in science fiction.

    B.E.A.U.T.Y. is an artificial life form created to preserve the uniquely human concept of beauty in a post-apocalyptic world. Following the death of her creator, B.E.A.U.T.Y. embarks on a harrowing journey through a hellish landscape known as the wasteland. This cleverly crafted piece by Brent Alles, has been written explicitly for the stage, and contains a surprisingly substantial amount of humanity despite its dystopian setting. This play would be relatively easy to produce and could provide a distinctive opportunity for designers interested in science fiction.

    ”
  • Greg Mandryk: B.E.A.U.T.Y. by Brent Alles
    “

    I'm always happy to see sci-fi brought to the stage and B.E.A.U.T.Y by Brent Alles is a gem. Featuring a newborn android, separated from her creator and trying to find her way in a harsh, new world, this feels like a robo-retelling of the Book of Genesis. If you're putting together an evening of sci-fi one-acts and have a costume designer who's looking for a chance to flex their skills, this should definitely be on your radar.

    I'm always happy to see sci-fi brought to the stage and B.E.A.U.T.Y by Brent Alles is a gem. Featuring a newborn android, separated from her creator and trying to find her way in a harsh, new world, this feels like a robo-retelling of the Book of Genesis. If you're putting together an evening of sci-fi one-acts and have a costume designer who's looking for a chance to flex their skills, this should definitely be on your radar.

    ”
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Character Information

NOTE: Playwright is fine with any gender identity playing any of the roles. There is a possibility for the actor playing DR. ELIAS to double as HARA as well if needed. (Will need to use a recorded voice for DR. ELIAS in the later part of the play if having the actor double as ELIAS and HARA.)
  • DR. ELIAS
    Scientist who created B.E.A.U.T.Y.
    Adult, older
    Any
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • B. E. A. U. T. Y.
    A humanoid figure made of silver metal
    Any age (can be played by older teen or adult)
    Any
    Cis female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • EVER READY
    A robotic pink bunny possessing an early AI experiment for an operating system (can be played by a child or adult actor – director’s decision)
    Any Age (can be played by child or adult actor)
    Any
    Any
  • HARA
    A humanoid figure made of harsh, red metal
    Any Age (older teen or adult actor)
    Any
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man

Development History

  • Reading, Tiger Heart Players, 2025