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Synopsis

Mel and Derek are facing a very different Christmas to their previous holiday celebrations. Their business has gone bust, and both are now unemployed. As they survey the paltry piles of presents for their children, they reflect on how their luck has changed within the year. While Derek tries to make light of their situation, Mel accuses him of never taking anything--including the business--seriously.

This is a ten minute play.

Show Information

Book
Kitt Lavoie
Category
Play
Age Guidance
Thirteen Plus (PG-13)
Number of Acts
1
Genres
Drama
Settings
Contemporary, Unit/Single Set
Time & Place
The bedroom of a middle class suburban couple, America, Present Day
Cast Size
small
Licensor
None/royalty-free
Ideal For
College/University, Community Theatre, Regional Theatre, Small Cast, Includes Adult Characters

Lead Characters

Context


Plot


Characters

Name Part Size Gender Vocal Part

Mel

Lead

Female

Spoken

Derek

Lead

Male

Spoken

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Alexandra Appleton

Alexandra Appleton

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