Playwright: Liz Duffy Adams
Rights: Theatrical Rights Worldwide
Cast Size: 2m
Synopsis:
An aging ruler, an oppressive police state, a restless polarized people seething with paranoia: it’s a dangerous time for poets. Two of them—the great Kit Marlowe and up-and-comer Will Shakespeare—meet in the back room of a pub to collaborate on a history play cycle, navigate the perils of art under a totalitarian regime, and flirt like young men with everything to lose. One of them may well be the death of the other.
Ratings:
Language: 16+
Adult Content: 13+
Violence: 13+
Pay attention to: Kit and Will flirt with one another. The two characters shove and punch each other. There is a passionate kiss between Kit and Will. A leather mask with a long bird beak is needed.
Flexibility: All changes must be approved in advance.
Production Notes: This show takes place in the 1500s. See author’s note about style and casting.