Have a Seat

by Cherielyn Ferguson

10-minute play
Character A finds themself in front of a park bench—again. Nothing good ever comes of that. But Character B disagrees, and determines to show Character A they're wrong. Plenty can happen in front of a bench . . .

Production: Cannon Theatre
Production: Queens Short Play Festival, semi-finalist
Production: Lantern Players, UK
Reading: Tiger's Heart Players

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Have a Seat

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James Perry: Have a Seat by Cherielyn Ferguson

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This clever, self-aware play transforms a simple bench into a stage for limitless imagination. It’s an engaging reminder that great theatre doesn’t require elaborate settings, only committed performers and a willingness to believe that even the smallest moment can hold something extraordinary.

This clever, self-aware play transforms a simple bench into a stage for limitless imagination. It’s an engaging reminder that great theatre doesn’t require elaborate settings, only committed performers and a willingness to believe that even the smallest moment can hold something extraordinary.

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Character Information

Character A

An actor of any age, race and gender. Discouraged by life.
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s,
  
  60s,
  
  70s+
Character B

An actor of any age and gender. Anticipates great things.
Can be played by:
- Actor Age
  
  20s,
  
  30s,
  
  40s,
  
  50s,
  
  60s,
  
  70s+

Development History

Type Reading, Organization Tiger's Heart - NYC, Year 2025

Production History

Type Community Theater, Organization Cannon Theatre, Year 2026
Type Community Theater, Organization Dilys Guite Players, The Lantern Theatre, Year 2025
Type Fringe, Organization The Secret Theatre, NYC, Year 2025