Bits and Pieces

by Maryellen DeVivo

A fresh, funny, feminist take on the Frankenstein story. A mad scientist is trying to create his perfect woman. However, the ghosts of the women whose parts he is using aren't too happy and confront him. A Victorian horror comedy.

A fresh, funny, feminist take on the Frankenstein story. A mad scientist is trying to create his perfect woman. However, the ghosts of the women whose parts he is using aren't too happy and confront him. A Victorian horror comedy.

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Bits and Pieces

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  • Enid Cokinos: Bits and Pieces by Maryellen DeVivo
    “

    Bertha, Alice and Caroline: three “spirited” ladies who share a rather unenviable bond, thanks to Guy, a quirky scientist on a mission, but they aren’t about to let their predicament keep them down (I just love their spunk and determination)! Maryellen DeVivo has crafted a delightful piece of theatre with strong roles for female actors and witty dialogue making BITS AND PIECES a hit in any festival!

    Bertha, Alice and Caroline: three “spirited” ladies who share a rather unenviable bond, thanks to Guy, a quirky scientist on a mission, but they aren’t about to let their predicament keep them down (I just love their spunk and determination)! Maryellen DeVivo has crafted a delightful piece of theatre with strong roles for female actors and witty dialogue making BITS AND PIECES a hit in any festival!

    ”
  • John Busser: Bits and Pieces by Maryellen DeVivo
    “

    11.21.24 - Now that was a fun piece of Frankensteinian(?) comic horror by Maryellen DiVivo. I'm a sucker for this type of humor, mixing comedy with some Tales From the Crypt style comeuppance for a demented doctor with boobs and resurrection on his mind. And the 3 women who decide to embrace their situation means there is a possibility we might see a return to this Victorian town to see who else deserves some spectral shenanigans. A hoot.

    11.21.24 - Now that was a fun piece of Frankensteinian(?) comic horror by Maryellen DiVivo. I'm a sucker for this type of humor, mixing comedy with some Tales From the Crypt style comeuppance for a demented doctor with boobs and resurrection on his mind. And the 3 women who decide to embrace their situation means there is a possibility we might see a return to this Victorian town to see who else deserves some spectral shenanigans. A hoot.

    ”
  • Christopher Plumridge: Bits and Pieces by Maryellen DeVivo
    “

    You had me at Victorian Horror Comedy! And audiences will be enthralled and entertained by these three 'unfortunate' ladies as they try to figure what, or who, led to their demise.
    There are also some great sight gags, which would give wardrobe a fun challenge.
    Great fun!

    You had me at Victorian Horror Comedy! And audiences will be enthralled and entertained by these three 'unfortunate' ladies as they try to figure what, or who, led to their demise.
    There are also some great sight gags, which would give wardrobe a fun challenge.
    Great fun!

    ”

Character Information

Three female actors of a range of ages. One male actor to play two parts.
  • Bertha
    Strong, smart housemaid (think “Gilded Age”). Would rather be solving mysteries than cleaning houses.
    50s-60s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Alice
    Lovely, naïve (and a bit dim) ingenue. Gets spunkier by the end of the play.
    20s-early 30s
    Any
    female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Caroline
    Tough, busty vaudeville dancer. Confident. No-nonsense.
    30s-40s
    Any
    female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Female
  • Guy
    Overly-confident wannabe scientist. Hasn’t had luck with the ladies, and isn’t happy about it.
    30s-40s
    white,
    Any
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male
  • Gentleman
    Same actor as Guy.
    30s-40s
    Any
    male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Male

Production History

  • Professional, Be Bold! Productions/Short Play Festival, 2024