The Ghost Candidate

by Roger Powers

It’s the 2024 Presidential Election, and what was expected to be a head-to-head rematch between former President Trump and President Biden becomes a three-way race when two political strategists, a Republican and a Democrat, join forces to run a third candidate -- Mister (Fred McFeely) Rogers!

It’s the 2024 Presidential Election, and what was expected to be a head-to-head rematch between former President Trump and President Biden becomes a three-way race when two political strategists, a Republican and a Democrat, join forces to run a third candidate -- Mister (Fred McFeely) Rogers!

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The Ghost Candidate

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  • Tom Erb: The Ghost Candidate by Roger Powers
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    "The Ghost Candidate" is a crazy, fun, satirical play that combines the past with the present political atmosphere. The unlikely presidential campaign of Fred Rogers' ghost is very clever...liked reading this very much.

    "The Ghost Candidate" is a crazy, fun, satirical play that combines the past with the present political atmosphere. The unlikely presidential campaign of Fred Rogers' ghost is very clever...liked reading this very much.

    ”
  • Tom Erb: The Ghost Candidate by Roger Powers
    “

    This play is a compelling choice for theatre enthusiasts looking for a blend of humor, political insight, and nostalgia. Great read!

    This play is a compelling choice for theatre enthusiasts looking for a blend of humor, political insight, and nostalgia. Great read!

    ”
  • Jonny Bolduc: The Ghost Candidate by Roger Powers
    “

    I had the pleasure of seeing this live. I love the actual, smart dialogue and conversation of the realities of our political landscape (or, hellscape) coupled with the absurdity of the reveal of Mr. Rodgers running for president. A smart and entertaining play.

    I had the pleasure of seeing this live. I love the actual, smart dialogue and conversation of the realities of our political landscape (or, hellscape) coupled with the absurdity of the reveal of Mr. Rodgers running for president. A smart and entertaining play.

    ”
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Character Information

  • Gail
    Democratic Political Strategist
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Richard
    Republican Political Strategist
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • Fred Rogers
    Host of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      White
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • News Anchor
    Host of CNN Election Night Coverage
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female,
      Male

Development History

  • Reading, The Crowbait Club, Falmouth, ME, 2024