The Domino Effect and Other Plays for Teenagers (NHB Modern Plays)

The Domino Effect and Other Plays for Teenagers by Fin Kennedy This collection of three ensemble plays is the result of a collaborative process between award-winning playwright Fin Kennedy and a group of young people. The plays are designed to be performed by large casts of teenagers, aged thirteen to nineteen, and are particularly suited to groups who will enjoy the demands and challenges of playing roles specifically created for young actors. The plays explore themes of identity, social justice, and the power of individual action. In The Domino Effect, a silent girl finds her voice and her mother when a mysterious East End antiques dealer teaches her about the law of unintended consequences. In Fast, a school fundraiser takes on a new urgency when a young girl refuses to eat until the supermarkets she holds responsible for her father's suicide agree to her demands. The Dream Collector is a dark and sinister journey into a dreamworld, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy are blurred. These plays are a great choice for young people's groups who are looking for challenging and thought-provoking material to perform. With their flexible, mixed casts, they offer a unique opportunity for teenagers to develop their acting skills and explore complex themes in a supportive and collaborative environment.