Rue

Rue

Overview

Deep in a Louisiana swamp, sixteen-year-old Josephine struggles with intense anxiety following the mysterious disappearance of her parents. She refuses to leave the safety of her home and face the outside world, even as it becomes increasingly dangerous for her to stay in the marshland. Against the wishes of her brother and best friend, Jo turns to the dark inhabitants of the swamp for answers. But is she brave enough to face the truth about her family – and herself? A one-act drama that exlpores family, mental health and folklore. 

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Details

  • Genre: Adaptation (Shakespeare), Fable/Folktale
  • Time Period: Present Day
  • Cast Attributes: Expandable Casting, Flexible Cast Size
  • Target Audience: Adult

Authors

Mandy Conner

Mandy Conner has been teaching in the Central Texas area for over twenty-five years. She began her love for theatre while attending McLennan Community College and Texas Tech University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in English. She has earned fourteen trips to the UIL ...
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