Overview
Synopsis
The Blue Room, a modern adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler's La Ronde, depicts a daisy chain of ten sexual encounters between five women and five men, all portrayed by one actor and one actress. The play explores the power struggle and sexual dynamics between characters of different backgrounds. It is a bleak commentary on loveless sexm and basic human nature. The scenes take places in modern day London. The Blue Room pulls no punches as it examines sexual politics with total frankness. Note: though this play is intended to be performed by two actors, it can also be performed by ten.
Show Information
- Book
- David Hare
- Category
- Play
- Age Guidance
- Mature Audiences (M)
- Number of Acts
- 10
- Genres
- Drama, Satire
- Time & Place
- london
- Cast Size
- small
- Licensor
- Samuel French
- Ideal For
- Includes Late Teen, Young Adult, Adult Characters, Small Cast
Context
Plot
Characters
| Name | Part Size | Gender | Vocal Part |
|---|---|---|---|
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Lead |
Male |
Spoken |
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Lead |
Female |
Spoken |
Songs
A song with an asterisk (*) before the title indicates a dance number; a character listed in a song with an asterisk (*) by the character's name indicates that the character exclusively serves as a dancer in this song, which is sung by other characters.
Monologues
Scenes
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