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It Came from Across the Big Pond

Short Play, Dark Comedy  /  2w, 3m, 3 any gender (adult)

William S. Yellow Robe, Jr.

In this short play inspired by 1950s science fiction films like It Came from Outer Space and Invasion of the Body Snatchers,a team of “Assimilation Processors” invades a reservation to practice “social gentrification,” turning Native Americans into white people.

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It Came from Across the Big Pond

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  • Cast Size
    Cast Size
    2w, 3m, 3 any gender (adult)
  • Duration
    Duration
    30 minutes
  • SubGenre
    Subgenre
    Science Fiction
  • Audience
    Target Audience
    Adult

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Summary

Inspired by 1950s science fiction films like It Came from Outer Space and Invasion of the Body Snatchers, this dark comedy dramatizes the invasion of a reservation by a team of “Assimilation Processors” who practice “social gentrification,” turning Native Americans into white people.

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Performing Groups
MYRON JACKSON
BETSEY TWO ROBES
ERNIE JACKSON
AUNTIE CAROL
PROCESSORS 1, 2 & 3
JEFF
  • Time Period Contemporary
  • Setting

    A home on a western reservation in Montana. The present or recent past.

  • Features Contemporary Costumes/Street Clothes
  • Duration 30 minutes

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  • Minimum Fee: £55 per performance plus VAT when applicable.

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Authors

William S. Yellow Robe, Jr.

William S. Yellow Robe, Jr.

William Stanley Yellow Robe, Jr. (Assiniboine/Sioux) was a playwright, actor, director and teacher. He was a staunch advocate for Native and Indigenous playwrights, beloved by his students and revered by his audiences. His work has been produced around the United States and i ...

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