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Once and for All

Short Play, Dramatic Comedy  /  6w

A gentle, subtle play about two contrasting mothers and daughters-- common, garrulous Mrs. Painter and Patsy, genteel but poor Mrs Burnett and Charlotte. The mothers met over 30 years ago in hospital at the birth of their daughters - but could it be that they were given each other's baby all those years ago?

Once and for All

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    6w
  • Duration
    Duration
    30 minutes
  • Suggested Use
    • Competition or Audition Material
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Appropriate for All Audiences

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Summary

A gentle, subtle play about two contrasting mothers and daughters-- common, garrulous Mrs. Painter and Patsy, genteel but poor Mrs Burnett and Charlotte. The mothers met over 30 years ago in hospital at the birth of their daughters - but could it be that they were given each other's baby all those years ago? The courses of the girls lives, and their inherited traits, are gradually revealed to us in moments both amusing and dramatic, with the lively Winnie peppering the action with her comments. With well drawn characters, it is an ideal choice for high school drama contests and one act festivals.

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Performing Groups
  • Time Period Contemporary
  • Duration 30 minutes
  • Cautions
    • No Special Cautions

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: £30 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

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