A Birthday Carol
Comedy, Drama (2022)

Approaching yet another birthday, Carol is determined to sleep through it, but is visited by unwanted guests. One act, approx. 55 minutes.

CHARACTERS
MARK (late 40s – early 50s, flexible) – Carol’s longtime, long-suffering best friend.
CAROL (50s) – Virulently against anything celebratory, due to her massively disappointing experiences.

GIRL (teen) – Spirit guide. Upbeat often, sarcastic occasionally. She is a teenager with attitude. Aren’t they all?
MOM’S VOICE (elderly, via audio only) – Has moderate dementia.

PLACE: Now
TIME: Now
One-Act Play / 55 minutes
Cast: 1M, 2F