Ramona Quimby
Dramatized by Len Jenkin. Based on the books by Beverly Cleary.
Product Code: R54000
Full-length Play
Comedy
Cast size: 5m., 7w., 5 boys, 9 girls.
Awards: AATE Distinguished Play Award
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Synopsis
Unpredictable. Exasperating. Boisterous and independent. That's Ramona Quimby for you. Always aggravating her older sister, Beezus, constantly getting into trouble and sometimes "making a big, noisy fuss" when things don't go her way. This collection of vignettes tracees Ramona's tumultuous passage through third grade and through her family relationships. At school, she throws a tantrum when provoked by a classmate and is sent home in disgrace. The teacher's wrath, an important family wedding, persistent sibling bickering and Mr. Quimby's attempts to give up smoking are part of the fabric that shape a humorous, loving family portrait. The problems facing the Quimbys, a middle-class Oregon family, are problems common to most families, and the family's togetherness in tackling the sacrifices and adjustments required when the father is unexpectedly fired from his job is a clear statement of traditional family values. Along with the discovery that life is not always fair, eventually Ramona and Beezus come to realize that sisters may not always agree, but they can be good to have around.
Details
- Status In stock
- Type of Show Full-length Play
- Product Code R54000
- Minimum Cast Size 26
- Pages of Dialogue 62
- Min. Royalty Rate $110.00/perf
- Approx. Run Time 90 min
- Staging Unit set.
Categories
- Target Audience Young Audiences | Middle School | Family (all ages)
- Performing Group Middle School | High School | College Theatre | Community Theatre | Professional Theatre | TYA
- Genre Comedy
- ISBN(13) 9780871293305
Customer Reviews
Well loved by cast and audience alike! Ramona speaks to a variety of ages. Can't wait to produce Henry and Ramona!
Fast-paced, funny, yet poignant interpretation of the trials and triumphs of growing up, in addition to reinforcing family values in a society "full of really crazy, scary stuff."
The kids enjoyed this play because they could relate to the material. I loved the open-endedness that allowed me to be creative as a director.
This was, by far, our best received production in our history. Just from word-of-mouth, our final performance was "standing room only." Since our entrances came from various parts of the entire auditorium, we had to literally step around and over people.
Full of charm, laughter, and tender moments, too. It makes you laugh and almost cry to watch the antics of these elementary-age kids growing up and experiencing life's challenges. Ramona is a third gradaer, her dad's "little sparkler," and she has a temper that gets her into messes! It's just adorable and everyone laughs!
Hints, Tips, and Tricks
The set changes come so quickly it is best to use light and minimal pieces.
Obviously, you need top-notch Ramona and Beezus. We divided our small stage into three parts via lighting -- and used the auditorium as well.
A fun activity for extra third graders (who have to wait for scenes in rehearsal) is making Halloween masks for the Halloween parade scene.
Production Map
| Location | City | State | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Island Senior High School | Grand Island | NE | 03/28/2025 | 03/30/2025 |
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