American Dreams   

ABOUT THE SHOW

Twenty-two people from all walks of life talk about their simple dreams and grand aspirations, telling us what they are, what they were, and how they've changed. It's a group portrait that flies in the face of stereotyped expectations, revealing the true diversity of people in search of the American Dream.


CHARACTERS

The Land of Oz - Opening Music, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”

Emma Knight - Miss USA, 1973, late 20s.
Carey Edwards - Former child actor, mid-20s.
Jill Robinson - Daughter of a former Hollywood film producer, 40s.
John Fielding - Professor of American History. Age not important.

Southern Comfort - Opening Music, “Which Side Are You On?”

C.P. Ellis - Business manager, Int'l Union of Operating Engineers. Light southern accent.
Peggy Terry - Laborer, heavy southern/hillbilly accent, over 35.
Joe Begley - General store proprietor. Older, late 50s early 60s or thereabouts. Hillbilly.
Florence Reese - Coal miner's wife. Older woman. Hillbilly.

Two by Two - Opening Music, “Side By Side”

Carol & Tony Danlow - Lottery winners, 40s.
Jenny & Laura Bird - Mother and Daughter, 43 and 21.
Pat & Tom Gish - Newspaper publishers, 40s.

Self Enlightenment - Opening Music, TBD

Rosalie Sorrells - Traveling folk singer, 40s.
Ray Kaepplinger - Portrait photographer, 50s (or younger if need be).
Linda Christianson - Weaver (former wife of millionaire), 40s.
Mary Lou Wolff - Neighborhood organizer, 40s.

The Young and the Restless - Opening Music, TBD

Ann Banks - Journalist (army brat). 20s.
Sam Lovejoy - Political organizer. 30s.
Beth Campbell - Magazine editor, late 20s.
Jodean Culbert - Actress. 30s.

For more information contact director Sherman Morrison
at 603-357-9613 or mailto: gshm50@hotmail.com

TAKE NOTE!
Branch  River Theatre  has obtained tax exempt status recognized b the IRS. That means our donations to BRT are now tax deductible! If you would like to make a financial contribution to the well-being of BRT, please take a moment to speak with our Treasurer, Sherman Morrison by call 603-357-9613. THANKS!

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