The Death and Life of Larry Benson
By Reginald Rose.
Product Code: D12000
Full-length Play
Drama
Cast size: 5m., 8w.
Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available
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Synopsis
The whole town is excited about Larry Benson's homecoming. More than that, they're astonished because Larry was reported missing in action on a distant battlefield more than three years ago. Everyone had given up and now he's suddenly coming home! But when he arrives, the young soldier who comes calling "Mom! Dad!" is a stranger. He continues to insist that he's Larry, and only after the buildup of tension and drama does the moment of truth and vindication arrive.
Notes
Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available
Details
- Status In stock
- Type of Show Full-length Play
- Product Code D12000
- Minimum Cast Size 13
- Pages of Dialogue 61
- Min. Royalty Rate $90.00/perf
- Approx. Run Time 75 min
- Staging One ext. set.
Categories
- Target Audience High School | College and Adult
- Performing Group High School | College Theatre | Community Theatre | Professional Theatre
- Genre Drama
- ISBN(13) 9780871298430
Customer Reviews
This is a touching play. The audience was moved and there were good parts for all. Though not as well known as some plays, it will become a favorite.
The cast rose to the challenge of creating multi-dimensional charactersÑthe key to the success I think is the subtlety of their relationships as they develop over the course of the show.
This compelling story grabs the attention of the audience from the first line. My high school group produced believable characters and drew tears and applause at the end.
This play was a challenge for high-school students to feel so deeply. One of the overall best shows I have produced. When you see people in the audience crying, you know they are feeling something.
A thought-provoking and riveting tale that allows actors to explore a myriad of emotions, strong characters, lots of subtext, and a fascinating story.
Production Map
| Location | City | State | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy - Fate | Fate | TX | 03/08/2025 | 05/13/2025 |
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The Death and Life of Larry Benson - Morton High School, Morton, IL
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