Love at the Early Bird Special

by Bruce Karp

Lucille, a longtime diner waitress (and world-class matchmaker), meets new customer Ernie and begins a non-so-subtle crusade to match him up with longtime customer Rosemary, who's not so happy with Lucille's prior attempts at matchmaking. Will positive sparks fly?

Lucille, a longtime diner waitress (and world-class matchmaker), meets new customer Ernie and begins a non-so-subtle crusade to match him up with longtime customer Rosemary, who's not so happy with Lucille's prior attempts at matchmaking. Will positive sparks fly?

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Love at the Early Bird Special

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  • Arianna Rose: Love at the Early Bird Special by Bruce Karp
    “

    Bruce Karp, master of play titles, writer of great compassion and wit, gives us another gem with "Love at the Early Bird Special". You'll adore Lucille and cheer for Ernie and Rosemary...and maybe even order an extra helping of dessert! Kudos to playwright Bruce Karp for another surefire winner for the mature actor and audiences of all ages.

    Bruce Karp, master of play titles, writer of great compassion and wit, gives us another gem with "Love at the Early Bird Special". You'll adore Lucille and cheer for Ernie and Rosemary...and maybe even order an extra helping of dessert! Kudos to playwright Bruce Karp for another surefire winner for the mature actor and audiences of all ages.

    ”
  • John Mabey: Love at the Early Bird Special by Bruce Karp
    “

    Love is definitely on the menu in Bruce Karp’s play, LOVE AT THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL. The characters each have unique personalities that are grounded from the start, and I’m rooting for them as much as I’m laughing at the comedy that’s filled with so much heart. I especially love how Bruce writes these characters with both respect for their years and enthusiasm about what’s still waiting to be discovered at any age.

    Love is definitely on the menu in Bruce Karp’s play, LOVE AT THE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL. The characters each have unique personalities that are grounded from the start, and I’m rooting for them as much as I’m laughing at the comedy that’s filled with so much heart. I especially love how Bruce writes these characters with both respect for their years and enthusiasm about what’s still waiting to be discovered at any age.

    ”

Character Information

Two female actors - 60+; One male actor - 60+
  • LUCILLE
    – long-time diner waitress, 60+ years old. Friendly, outgoing, and something of a matchmaker.
    60+
    Ethnic diversity
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman
  • ERNIE
    – retired mailman, moving to new neighborhood, low key, 60+ years old. Actor, 60+
    60+
    Ethnic diversity
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Man
  • ROSEMARY
    – retired librarian, independent, 60+ years old. Actor, 60+
    60+
    Ethnic diversity
    Female
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      60s
    • Actor Gender Identity
      Woman

Production History

  • Community Theater, Seaside Players, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL, 2026