CAST: 9-13M, 13-17F, optional extras
SET: Simple representational sets
TIME: About 90 minutes
Script:
$8.75 each
ROYALTY:
$65 First Performance
$65 Each Additional Performance
SET: Simple representational sets
TIME: About 90 minutes
Script:
$8.75 each
ROYALTY:
$65 First Performance
$65 Each Additional Performance

Here is a chilling look at the violence that pervades our teenagers’ lives, regardless of their social status or upbringing. Based on the writings of 250 high school students in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Why Darkness Seems So Light is a stirring series of linked scenes depicting the effect of violence on young people and their families. Your audiences will be taken from the spine-tingling shooting death at a party to an episode of sexual aggression to eye-opening domestic violence. Quieter moments filter in, where we meet families of victims, perpetrators and witnesses. As one reviewer said, ”The drama is gripping. Teenagers vised between their own and their parents’ violence. It’s a play of deadly consequences.” Easily produced with simple sets, the number of characters and the length of the play make it ideal for performance, classroom use or reader’s theatre. While the topic is heavy and intended for mature audiences, the play is not depressing. It introduces a sense of hope that the love of parents, siblings, friends and teachers can help teens through experiences of violence and rough times. This timely play has already been well-received by over 2,500 people as part of a ”Week Without Violence” awareness campaign.
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Why Darkness Seems So Light
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WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOLS ISD 829
WASECA, MN
WASECA, MN
PERFORMER STUFF
ORLANDO, FL
ORLANDO, FL
MANTECA UNIFIED SCHOOL DIST
MANTECA, CA
MANTECA, CA
YUMA UNION HIGH SCHOOL DIST
YUMA, AZ
YUMA, AZ
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MONROE, NC
MONROE, NC
CHAPMANVILLE REG'L HIGH SCHOOL
CHAPMANVILLE, WV
CHAPMANVILLE, WV
THIRD WAY CENTER
DENVER, CO
DENVER, CO
LANGENBURG HIGH SCHOOL
LANGENBURG, SK CANADA
LANGENBURG, SK CANADA
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To choose this option, place your PRODUCTION ORDER normally, including the total number of scripts you need for your production. As with all production orders, you must order a minimum of one script per cast member. As you check out, make sure to specify that your address is a business address so you can select Get It Soon as a DELIVERY OPTION.
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To choose this option, place your PRODUCTION ORDER normally, including the total number of scripts you need for your production. As with all production orders, you must order a minimum of one script per cast member. Then, select “Get It Now!” as your DELIVERY OPTION during checkout and enter your credit card information in the appropriate space. Make sure you specify the exact number of performances and select “Bill Now” for your royalties.
IMPORTANT:
NOTE: If you do not wish to prepay for your entire production, use our Get It Soon delivery option and receive your digital materials within one business day.
To choose this option, place your PRODUCTION ORDER normally, including the total number of scripts you need for your production. As with all production orders, you must order a minimum of one script per cast member. Then, select “Get It Now!” as your DELIVERY OPTION during checkout and enter your credit card information in the appropriate space. Make sure you specify the exact number of performances and select “Bill Now” for your royalties.
IMPORTANT:
- You will receive emailed links to download all ordered parts immediately after your order is submitted. Valid email address is required.
- A $6 e-delivery fee will be added to each order.
- All prices are the same whether traditional or digital.
- There are no returns, exchanges, or refunds on digital materials.
NOTE: If you do not wish to prepay for your entire production, use our Get It Soon delivery option and receive your digital materials within one business day.