The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (One-Act) (Wells)

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (One-Act) (Wells)

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (One-Act) (Wells)

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow (One-Act) (Wells)

Overview

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, adapted by Tracy Wells from Washington Irving’s classic tale, brings the eerie charm of colonial America to life in a spooky and delightfully witty stage production. When quirky schoolmaster Ichabod Crane arrives in the mysterious village of Sleepy Hollow, he hopes to find purpose, community, and maybe even love. But whispers of a fearsome ghost – the Headless Horseman – haunt the woods, and Ichabod quickly finds himself entangled in the disappearances of neighbours, supernatural intrigue and a romantic rivalry over the beautiful and intelligent Katrina Van Tassel. Filled with lively townsfolk, laugh-out-loud moments and a chilling climax, this adaptable play offers multiple endings to suit audiences of all ages.

This version has been condensed to a one-act version for all of the same spooky, delightful wit in a shorter evening.

A full-length version of this play is also available.

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Details

  • Genre: Adaptation (Literature), Mystery/Thriller
  • Time Period: 18th Century
  • Cast Attributes: Ensemble Cast, Reduced Casting (Doubling Possible), Expandable Casting, Role(s) for Teen(s), Flexible Cast Size, Room for Extras
  • Target Audience: Appropriate for All Audiences

Authors

Tracy Wells

Tracy Wells has loved seeing stories come to life on stage for as long as she can remember. In high school, she was able to tread the boards herself in a few starring roles in her drama department. Alas, like her character in A Chorus Line, Kristine, she couldn’t really sing, ...

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