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A Dream Play

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Overview

Synopsis

Agnes, the daughter of the Vedric god Indra, assumes a human form and descends to Earth to investigate the human experience. On her quest for knowledge, Agnes meets nearly 40 characters, each giving her a better understanding of humanity. She experiences poverty, cruelty, and family life, gaining a better understanding of the suffering that plagues humanity. Agnes decides that humans are meant to be pitied and tries to find a solution to all of the suffering she sees on Earth. A Dream Play by August Strindberg is considered to be an important play in the Expressionism and Surrealism movements in theatre. This show provides a great opportunity to feature a large cast, or to have actors double up on many roles. Ideal for community and professional theatre companies alike, A Dream Play is an excellent addition to any theatre season.

Show Information

Category
Play
Age Guidance
Youth (Y)/General Audiences (G)
Number of Acts
4
First Produced
1907
Genres
Drama, Fairy Tale/Fantasy
Settings
Simple/No Set
Time & Place
Earth, Unknown Time
Cast Size
large
Orchestra Size
None
Licensor
None/royalty-free
Ideal For
College/University, Community Theatre, Professional Theatre, Mostly Male Cast, Includes Young Adult, Adult, Mature Adult, Elderly, Late Teen Characters, Large Cast

Characters

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Character Portrayals

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Scenes

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Guide Written By:

Emma Houlahan

Emma Houlahan

Canadian vocalist and actor now based in London.