A History of Messy Rooms

Play

New Work
Writers: Wade Bradford

Overview

Show Information

Based on the Play/Book/Film
'Why Do I Have to Make My Bed? Or, a History of Messy Rooms' (2011 children's book by Wade Bradford)
Category
Play
Number of Acts
1
Genres
Comedy, Fairy Tale/Fantasy
Settings
Unit/Single Set, Fantasy/Imaginary
Time & Place
Present Day
Cast Size
large
Licensor
None/royalty-free
Ideal for
Community Theatre, Elementary School, Middle School, Theatre For Young Audiences (TYA)
Casting Notes
Mostly female cast
Includes child, early teen characters

Synopsis

Jamie has finished all his chores and desperately wants to go out and play. However, his mom insists that he tidies his room before going outside. Grumbling, Jamie tidies his toys away but fails to make the bed. When he questions why he has to, his mom takes him back though a history of his ancestors asking exactly the same question.

Lead Characters


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