Finisher

written by Tom Moran

Emily is determined to finish her first ultramarathon. But her friend Becca is even more determined to coax her across the finish line, even if it calls for some desperate measures.

Emily is determined to finish her first ultramarathon. But her friend Becca is even more determined to coax her across the finish line, even if it calls for some desperate measures.

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Finisher

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  • Craig Houk: Finisher written by Tom Moran
    “

    Having experienced a live reading of Finisher, I was struck by Tom Moran’s exceptional command of character voice, with each of the three women emerging as wholly distinct, authentic, and deeply engaging. The dialogue is sharp, tightly constructed, and beautifully paced, balancing laugh-out-loud comedy with an expertly woven undercurrent of emotional depth. A wonderfully crafted play that proves humor and heart can coexist brilliantly.

    Having experienced a live reading of Finisher, I was struck by Tom Moran’s exceptional command of character voice, with each of the three women emerging as wholly distinct, authentic, and deeply engaging. The dialogue is sharp, tightly constructed, and beautifully paced, balancing laugh-out-loud comedy with an expertly woven undercurrent of emotional depth. A wonderfully crafted play that proves humor and heart can coexist brilliantly.

    ”
BECCA, female, 40’s - mid-50’s. An ultramarathon support crew member.
BRIE, female, 40’s – mid-50’s. An ultramarathon support crew member.
EMILY, female, 40’s – mid-50’s. An ultramarathoner.
STACY (V.O.), female, 30’s-40’s. An ultramarathoner.

All characters can be any race or ethnicity. At the director’s discretion, BRIE could be changed to a male character, with the name and pronouns adjusted accordingly. STACY's part can be prerecorded.

Development History

  • Reading, Valdez Theatre Conference, 2026