Lila Rose Kaplan

Lila Rose Kaplan writes heartfelt comedies, bittersweet dramas, and musicals for young people. Her plays include Home of the Brave, Jesus Girls, The Magician’s Daughter, 1 2 3 - a play about abandonment and ballroom dancing, We All Fall Down, Wildflower, Bureau of Missing Persons, and Biography of a Constellation. Her musicals for young people include: The Light Princess, The Pirate Princess, and The Magic Fish. Productions include: A.R.T., South Coast Rep, Merrimack Repertory Theatre, New Victory Theatre, Second Stage, San Francisco Playhouse, Neighborhood Productions, Know Theatre, and Perishable Theatre. Development includes: Huntington Theatre, Arena Stage, Kennedy Center, Ensemble Studio Theatre, Center Theatre Group, Theatreworks, PlayPenn, and The Lark. Awards: National...

Lila Rose Kaplan writes heartfelt comedies, bittersweet dramas, and musicals for young people. Her plays include Home of the Brave, Jesus Girls, The Magician’s Daughter, 1 2 3 - a play about abandonment and ballroom dancing, We All Fall Down, Wildflower, Bureau of Missing Persons, and Biography of a Constellation. Her musicals for young people include: The Light Princess, The Pirate Princess, and The Magic Fish. Productions include: A.R.T., South Coast Rep, Merrimack Repertory Theatre, New Victory Theatre, Second Stage, San Francisco Playhouse, Neighborhood Productions, Know Theatre, and Perishable Theatre. Development includes: Huntington Theatre, Arena Stage, Kennedy Center, Ensemble Studio Theatre, Center Theatre Group, Theatreworks, PlayPenn, and The Lark. Awards: National Science Award in Playwriting and The International Women's Playwriting Award. Fellowships include: Huntington Playwriting Fellowship, Playwrights’ Realm Writing Fellow, Old Vic/New Voices Exchange, and the Shank Fellowship. Residencies include: New Rep Next Voices, Harvard Business School, and the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. BA with Honors: Brown University. MFA in Playwriting: UC San Diego. Lila Rose currently lives in Somerville, MA with her marine biologist and her curious daughter. www.lilarose.org

Scripts

We All Fall Down

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Linda and Saul Stein still live in the Westchester home where they raised their two beautiful daughters. But when Saul unexpectedly retires, Linda summons the family to celebrate Passover for the first time in decades. Linda tends slightly toward the theatrical (okay, a lot), and their family has never been particularly religious (okay, not at all). So their comic attempts to bring the Seder to life go from...

Linda and Saul Stein still live in the Westchester home where they raised their two beautiful daughters. But when Saul unexpectedly retires, Linda summons the family to celebrate Passover for the first time in decades. Linda tends slightly toward the theatrical (okay, a lot), and their family has never been particularly religious (okay, not at all). So their comic attempts to bring the Seder to life go from riotous to heart-wrenching. Can this family come together, or will an age-old tradition tear them apart?

THE MAGICIAN'S DAUGHTER

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

The Magician Prospero and his daughter Miranda dazzle their audiences until the day Miranda quits. This funny bittersweet play dives deep into the ups and downs of a father-daughter relationship.
*Discretion for Viewers advised if you have a Father or a Daughter (or know anyone who does).

The Magician Prospero and his daughter Miranda dazzle their audiences until the day Miranda quits. This funny bittersweet play dives deep into the ups and downs of a father-daughter relationship.
*Discretion for Viewers advised if you have a Father or a Daughter (or know anyone who does).

1 2 3, a play about abandonment and ballroom dancing

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

When their radical parents are imprisoned, sisters 1, 2 and 3 are sent to live with different foster families. 1 loses herself in history, 2 dances, and 3 videos all of it and more. Family tensions mount when Mom gets out of jail. 123 is a dark, funny drama about a rift between sisters and what it takes to grow up.

When their radical parents are imprisoned, sisters 1, 2 and 3 are sent to live with different foster families. 1 loses herself in history, 2 dances, and 3 videos all of it and more. Family tensions mount when Mom gets out of jail. 123 is a dark, funny drama about a rift between sisters and what it takes to grow up.

The Villains' Supper Club: A Comedy about Motherhood & Villainy

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Kapow! Galactic Girl fends off multiple dastardly villains in seconds. Woosh! She’s home in time to feed her baby, and maybe even feed herself. When the last superhero on earth is also a new mom, there's no time to lose. Can she save the planet and call back the pediatrician? Or will she fall victim to her arch-rival’s many nefarious schemes? THE VILLAINS’ SUPPER CLUB is an epic, irresistible comedy for...

Kapow! Galactic Girl fends off multiple dastardly villains in seconds. Woosh! She’s home in time to feed her baby, and maybe even feed herself. When the last superhero on earth is also a new mom, there's no time to lose. Can she save the planet and call back the pediatrician? Or will she fall victim to her arch-rival’s many nefarious schemes? THE VILLAINS’ SUPPER CLUB is an epic, irresistible comedy for anyone who’s ever had to be a superhero.

HOME OF THE BRAVE

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

As she begins her Presidential campaign, Evelyn is depending on her family to come across as wholesome. But when her campaign manager visits at Christmas, her family can’t quite fit into the all-American mold. Inspired by Moliere’s TARTUFFE, this new comedy reveals what happens when the slick lies of politics collide with the messy truth of family.

As she begins her Presidential campaign, Evelyn is depending on her family to come across as wholesome. But when her campaign manager visits at Christmas, her family can’t quite fit into the all-American mold. Inspired by Moliere’s TARTUFFE, this new comedy reveals what happens when the slick lies of politics collide with the messy truth of family.

100 PLANES

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

The year is 1997 and hotshot young pilot Lieutenant Kay McClure dreams of being the first to fly a new hybrid fighter jet. She begs the legendary Major Anne Clarkson to train her. Major Clarkson pushes Kay impossibly hard despite the concerns of Monique, Major Clarkson’s lover. 100 PLANES is a bittersweet comic drama that follows three women as ambition, love, and passion collide on a US Air Force Base in...

The year is 1997 and hotshot young pilot Lieutenant Kay McClure dreams of being the first to fly a new hybrid fighter jet. She begs the legendary Major Anne Clarkson to train her. Major Clarkson pushes Kay impossibly hard despite the concerns of Monique, Major Clarkson’s lover. 100 PLANES is a bittersweet comic drama that follows three women as ambition, love, and passion collide on a US Air Force Base in Germany.

BUREAU OF MISSING PERSONS

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

A piece of chalk. Big band music. A pocketful of leaves. These clues lead Angela on a quest from her apartment on the Upper West Side to a cave in Moscow to search for someone who is missing. Inspired by the stories of Borges, BUREAU OF MISSING PERSONS is a magical tale that explores how we heal.

A piece of chalk. Big band music. A pocketful of leaves. These clues lead Angela on a quest from her apartment on the Upper West Side to a cave in Moscow to search for someone who is missing. Inspired by the stories of Borges, BUREAU OF MISSING PERSONS is a magical tale that explores how we heal.

WILDFLOWER

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

A woman and her troubled son look to escape their past in Crested Butte, a small town with its own share of secrets. They encounter a curious girl, a forest ranger, and an ex-drag queen. The five collide in a summer of botany and sexual awakening. WILDFLOWER explores the discovery of desire and its consequences.

A woman and her troubled son look to escape their past in Crested Butte, a small town with its own share of secrets. They encounter a curious girl, a forest ranger, and an ex-drag queen. The five collide in a summer of botany and sexual awakening. WILDFLOWER explores the discovery of desire and its consequences.

BIOGRAPHY OF A CONSTELLATION

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Biography of a Constellation unites a mythical princess, an archival librarian and a planetarium announcer. Their stories align as each woman escapes the confines of her reality through a deep love of the stars.

Biography of a Constellation unites a mythical princess, an archival librarian and a planetarium announcer. Their stories align as each woman escapes the confines of her reality through a deep love of the stars.

Letters From the Coven

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Five witches write home from their surprising first year at school. Investigating magic, religion, politics, and the empowerment of women, LETTERS FROM THE COVEN is a funny and moving coming-of-age story. ​

Five witches write home from their surprising first year at school. Investigating magic, religion, politics, and the empowerment of women, LETTERS FROM THE COVEN is a funny and moving coming-of-age story. ​

The Pirate Princess

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

From the creators of the A.R.T.’s hit The Light Princess comes a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas. When a giant sea monster destroys their ship, seafaring twins Violet and Victor are separated. Lost in a world of rowdy pirates and lovesick royals, the siblings must be crafty and brave to reunite. Adapted from Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, this family musical is appropriate for all ages.

From the creators of the A.R.T.’s hit The Light Princess comes a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas. When a giant sea monster destroys their ship, seafaring twins Violet and Victor are separated. Lost in a world of rowdy pirates and lovesick royals, the siblings must be crafty and brave to reunite. Adapted from Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, this family musical is appropriate for all ages.

Entangled

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

The new fall term is starting at Twins Academy, a boarding school for exceptional twins. The school's dance instructor, Leigh, learns that her long-estranged twin sister, August, has returned to teach physics at the academy. August's eccentric lessons on quantum physics and entanglement pull their students into the family rift. ENTANGLED is a heartfelt comedy for anyone with a family. ​

The new fall term is starting at Twins Academy, a boarding school for exceptional twins. The school's dance instructor, Leigh, learns that her long-estranged twin sister, August, has returned to teach physics at the academy. August's eccentric lessons on quantum physics and entanglement pull their students into the family rift. ENTANGLED is a heartfelt comedy for anyone with a family. ​

THE LIGHT PRINCESS

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

The Princess is cursed to have no gravity. The King and Queen must find the Princess' gravity before her 16th birthday, or the kingdom will fall into the hands of the Witch that cursed her. The Prince (who doesn't want to be a Prince, but wants to be Rock Star) tries to help, but ends up needing saving himself. Inspired by the story by George MacDonald, The Light Princess is written for younger audiences...

The Princess is cursed to have no gravity. The King and Queen must find the Princess' gravity before her 16th birthday, or the kingdom will fall into the hands of the Witch that cursed her. The Prince (who doesn't want to be a Prince, but wants to be Rock Star) tries to help, but ends up needing saving himself. Inspired by the story by George MacDonald, The Light Princess is written for younger audiences, but is safe for adults as well.

Soft Rolls Monologue

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

The bookstore near my gym is also a cafe. The rolls are to die for.

The bookstore near my gym is also a cafe. The rolls are to die for.

Pandemic Romance Monologue

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Rowan’s husband won’t stop buying romance novels. What’s she going to do?

Rowan’s husband won’t stop buying romance novels. What’s she going to do?

Aquarium

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Welcome to The College Preparatory Aquarium where Mama Fish displays her brood. A girl named Narra comes to intern for the summer and exposes a dark family secret.

Welcome to The College Preparatory Aquarium where Mama Fish displays her brood. A girl named Narra comes to intern for the summer and exposes a dark family secret.

Duet

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Reese, Amelia, and Kayla used to be a trio. Now Amelia and Reese come together to grieve Kayla. Can they put aside their differences and learn to sing a duet?

Reese, Amelia, and Kayla used to be a trio. Now Amelia and Reese come together to grieve Kayla. Can they put aside their differences and learn to sing a duet?

Amy & The Unicorn

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Amy is visited by an alcoholic unicorn. They develop an unlikely relationship.

Amy is visited by an alcoholic unicorn. They develop an unlikely relationship.

Gladiators

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

A rockstar and her bodyguard collide with her past at The Colosseum.

A rockstar and her bodyguard collide with her past at The Colosseum.

Selkies

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

A secret is revealed when two old friends visit the seals off the coast of California.

A secret is revealed when two old friends visit the seals off the coast of California.

The Chapel Play

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Anat is about to get married. David is an angel with a secret. They collide in the Chapel and help each other in the most unexpected of ways.

Anat is about to get married. David is an angel with a secret. They collide in the Chapel and help each other in the most unexpected of ways.

Panda Porn, a ten minute adventure in the wild

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

The Pandas won't mate at the Zoo. So, a Filmmaker, a Panda Expert, and a Professional Fluffer film panda sex in the Wild to inspire the ones at the Zoo.

The Pandas won't mate at the Zoo. So, a Filmmaker, a Panda Expert, and a Professional Fluffer film panda sex in the Wild to inspire the ones at the Zoo.

Leah & Her Dybbuk

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Leah & Her Dybbuk

Leah & Her Dybbuk

Tink

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Tink lost her wings. She also lost Peter. Come to story hour to find out if she can set things right.

Tink lost her wings. She also lost Peter. Come to story hour to find out if she can set things right.

THE MAGIC FISH

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

Inspired by the ancient tale of The Fisherman and His Wife, THE MAGIC FISH is a comedy about unbridled ambition, helpless devotion, and divine wrath. This sensory nautical adventure through a magical ocean features a huge fish puppet and is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.

Inspired by the ancient tale of The Fisherman and His Wife, THE MAGIC FISH is a comedy about unbridled ambition, helpless devotion, and divine wrath. This sensory nautical adventure through a magical ocean features a huge fish puppet and is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.

Catching Flight

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

One garden. Two sisters. Three moments in time. Clare and Emma meet at the Rodin Sculpture Garden as children, young adults, and grown women. Why is it hardest to connect with the people we love?

One garden. Two sisters. Three moments in time. Clare and Emma meet at the Rodin Sculpture Garden as children, young adults, and grown women. Why is it hardest to connect with the people we love?

small enchantments, an immersive theatrical adventure for zoom or a real forest

by Lila Rose Kaplan

Synopsis

12 Princesses sneak out to a ball every night. Or so they say. You see, their father locks them in the palace. Some say he’s overprotective, others say he’s evil. Either way, 12 young women are trapped. And where is their mother, you might wonder? Oh, their mother is a dying tree and their aunt a moody river. But these are 12 most unusual young women. These are fierce Princesses unlike any you’ve met before. Can...

12 Princesses sneak out to a ball every night. Or so they say. You see, their father locks them in the palace. Some say he’s overprotective, others say he’s evil. Either way, 12 young women are trapped. And where is their mother, you might wonder? Oh, their mother is a dying tree and their aunt a moody river. But these are 12 most unusual young women. These are fierce Princesses unlike any you’ve met before. Can they free themselves? What will it take?

Small Enchantments is an apocalyptic fairy tale for our times.