Special Delivery

by Eden Lane

Special Delivery is a fast, character-driven workplace comedy set inside an independent singing telegram / party entertainment business.

Diane Rodriguez has spent decades transforming a scrappy, anything-goes operation into a professional, kid-friendly enterprise that just barely stays afloat. When a longtime performer from the company’s wilder past ignites a viral backlash with a too-spicy performance at the...

Special Delivery is a fast, character-driven workplace comedy set inside an independent singing telegram / party entertainment business.

Diane Rodriguez has spent decades transforming a scrappy, anything-goes operation into a professional, kid-friendly enterprise that just barely stays afloat. When a longtime performer from the company’s wilder past ignites a viral backlash with a too-spicy performance at the wrong party, the business is suddenly at risk.

As pressure mounts—from angry parents, viral outrage, and the looming presence of a corporate franchise—the fallout forces everyone in this tight-knit group to confront what survival actually requires—and whether there’s room to stretch far enough to hold both the past and the future.

Warm, sharp, and deeply human, Special Delivery explores loyalty, aging in the gig economy, and the tension between polish and authenticity, all through an ensemble of performers trying to make a living by making people happy.

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Special Delivery

Character Information

Designed for a small ensemble of 6 performers (5W / 1M).
Two brief prerecorded voiceover roles (Reporter and News Anchor) may be voiced by members of the ensemble.

No required onstage doubling.

Roles may be flexibly cast across race, ethnicity, and body type. Ages are suggestive rather than prescriptive. Strong comic timing and ensemble listening are more important than likeness or type.
  • DIANE RODRIGUEZ
    Owner and manager of an independent singing telegram / party entertainment business. Has been part of the company for decades and now carries the weight of its full history. Calm, capable, and quietly overwhelmed. Built stability out of chaos and is determined to keep the business alive. When angry, she gets quieter.
    Late 50s–early 60s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • SHANNON
    Office manager and dispatcher for the company. Bone-dry wit, devastating efficiency. A former performer who understands both the art and the business and now runs the day-to-day operation. Emotionally contained, highly competent, and allergic to nonsense. When things fall apart, she holds the center.
    40s–50s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      40s,
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Non-binary,
      Woman
  • ROXIE
    Veteran performer and practically co-founder of the company. A gifted, fearless entertainer from the business’s wilder early years. Big personality, sharp instincts, and undeniable skill — paired with inconsistency and resistance to change. Beneath the bravado is real vulnerability and pride in her craft. Strong comic instincts and command of an audience are essential.
    Late 50s–early 60s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      50s,
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • Veteran performer and co-founder of the company. A gifted, fearless entertainer from the business’s wilder early years. Big personality, sharp instincts, and undeniable skill — paired with inconsistency and resistance to change. Beneath the bravado is rea
    Lead princess performer and unofficial backbone of the company. Highly professional, physically exhausted, and emotionally grounded. Knows the rules, knows the kids, and knows how to keep things moving when chaos hits. Loyal, observant, and more perceptive than she lets on. Strong ensemble skills required.
    30s–40s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s,
      50s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • MAYA
    A recent BFA graduate and the newest member of the company. Earnest, intelligent, and deeply invested in doing things “the right way.” Still learning that real audiences—especially children—don’t care about theory or process. Her seriousness is genuine, not ironic, and her growth is part of the ensemble’s evolution. Strong comic timing rooted in sincerity.
    mid 20s
    Any
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • JOSH
    Former theme-park performer and current company regular. A physical comedian with an easy charm and a good heart. Adaptable, generous, and practical under pressure, Josh is often the one who keeps things moving when plans fall apart. Comfortable with costumes, quick changes, and playful physicality. Physical comedy skills are helpful but not required.
    30s
    Any
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      30s,
      40s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man