Cagebirds
By David Campton.
Product Code: C44000
One-act Play
Drama
Cast size: 8w.
Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available
Rights and availability
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Synopsis
In this extraordinary play, a "room" and a "cage" and "people" and "captive birds" all become confused until a dramatic climax in which we suddenly see reality. Six women live in a locked room, each absorbed in her own petty interest and in placating the "Mistress" who takes care of them. Then a "Wild One" is thrust in among them. She talks of breaking out of the room to find freedom. She troubles the others who remain secure in their cage, and they all join against her in the shattering conclusion to this unforgettable play that offers eight actresses an unusual opportunity.
Notes
Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available
Details
- Status In stock
- Type of Show One-act Play
- Product Code C44000
- Minimum Cast Size 8
- Pages of Dialogue 37
- Min. Royalty Rate $55.00/perf
- Approx. Run Time 45 min
- Staging One int. set.
Categories
- Target Audience Middle School | High School
- Performing Group Middle School | High School | College Theatre | Community Theatre
- Genre Drama
- ISBN(13) 9780871292742
Customer Reviews
This play gave my talented cast the challenge they needed to go above and beyond. No one steals the show; they equally shine. A colleague said, "This is the best play you've ever done."
A strong "character" play for eight accomplished actresses. The "sweeties" and wild one all have wonderful character possibilities, and the mistress is pure evil.
A striking drama with a sense of dark reality. Flexible staging allows plenty of room for creative interpretation. We all build our own cages, lack the courage to step out of them and trample on those who try. Not a pleasant picture but one clearly and sharply etched by this play.
Cagebirds was fun to direct, perform and watch. It allowed my cast and crew to design creatively and to create compelling characters.
Hints, Tips, and Tricks
... Make sure you give them time to really discover the birds they relate to and the many underlining themes. I think this was the most fun they had during table work as they tried to unravel the meaning behind their lines and actions.
Production Map
| Location | City | State | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAIL HS | Tallahassee | FL | 05/02/2025 | 05/03/2025 |
| Denton Ryan High School | Denton | TX | 03/07/2025 | 05/17/2025 |
Gallery
Cagebirds-Camden County High School, Kingsland, GA
Cagebirds - Whitewright High School, Whitewright, TX
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