In the Mouth of the Beast

by Baylee Shlichtman

A father-daughter caving team enters the treacherous Maw, a cave of unknown origin where the laws of physics and reality bend. Their goal is to retrieve an object theorized to possess properties that could be a game changer in clean energy research and the fight against climate change. But the Maw has an agenda of its own, one that will put their relationship to the test.

A father-daughter caving team enters the treacherous Maw, a cave of unknown origin where the laws of physics and reality bend. Their goal is to retrieve an object theorized to possess properties that could be a game changer in clean energy research and the fight against climate change. But the Maw has an agenda of its own, one that will put their relationship to the test.

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In the Mouth of the Beast

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  • Katherine Vondy: In the Mouth of the Beast by Baylee Shlichtman
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    I don't know another play with poetry like this; its language and style is absolutely unique and stunning. The father/daughter relationship is incredibly dimensional and nuanced, and it would be a dream for a creative design team and director to bring to life!

    I don't know another play with poetry like this; its language and style is absolutely unique and stunning. The father/daughter relationship is incredibly dimensional and nuanced, and it would be a dream for a creative design team and director to bring to life!

    ”

Character Information

  • Nel
    Short for Carnelian. Bright-eyed and observant. Strong sense of justice. Late teens, half Boricua/ half Chicana. She/her.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      Teens,
      20s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Apa
    A speleologist. Gets overwhelmed easily, but is good at hiding it. Usually. He thinks. Late 40s - Early 50s, Boricua. He/him.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Race/Ethnic Identity
      Latinx/o/a or Hispanic
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male

Development History

Awards

  • Mythopedia Open Call
    New Relic Theatre
    Winner
    2024