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.
