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The Woodsman

Full-Length Play, Drama  /  1w, 4m, 1girl(s)

" The Woodsman is an interesting, valuable and insightful play... – The Stage
"I loved this clear-sighted, balanced, non-judgmental, no-frills, linear
story... It's seriously thought-provoking, and all the more gripping
for its restraint." – British Theatre Guide

  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    1w, 4m, 1girl(s)
  • Duration
    Duration
    90 minutes
  • Suggested Use
    • Monologues
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult

Details

Summary
Walter is a quiet man who must lead a quiet life. As a convicted sex offender fresh out of state prison, he sees no choice. He works in a warehouse. He lives alone. He sees a therapist named Rosen. His only visitor is his brother-in-law Carlos. He also gets visits from a demon in the form of a beautiful Girl. Often brooding by his window, Walter watches children as they head for school. One day Nikki, a tough-talking woman from work, drops by. She doesn't waste time making the first move. Next morning Walter confesses his dark past. But Nikki doesn't run away. Things are looking up – until Walter follows a twelve-year-old girl named Robin into a city park. Nothing happens, but Walter is scared. Then police Sgt. Lucas pays Walter a visit applying some rough intimidation. Walter disappears. A panicky Nikki asks Rosen to help her find him. Walter is back at the park, waiting. When Robin arrives Walter is gently seductive. But the seduction is aborted when Robin reveals a shocking secret. Forced to confront his past, Walter finds the compassion to help and not hurt. In doing so, he grabs a chance for redemption.
Keywords
Performing Groups
  • Time Period Present Day
  • Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
  • Additional Features No Intermission
  • Duration 90 minutes
  • Cautions
    • Alcohol

Licensing & Materials

  • Minimum Fee: £70 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

Scripts

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Authors

Steven Fechter

Steven Fechter is a playwright and screenwriter. As a screenwriter he co-wrote the script for The Woodsman, based on his play published by Samuel French. As a playwright his work has been produced throughout North America and Europe. In 2011 Resonance Ensemble produced his co ...
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