The Arithmetic of Memory

Play

New Work
Writers: Gretchen Suárez-Peña

Overview

Show Information

Category
Play
Number of Acts
1
First Produced
2020
Genres
Drama
Settings
Contemporary, Simple/No Set
Time & Place
USA, Present Time
Cast Size
small
Ideal for
College/University, Diverse Cast, High School, Community Theatre
Casting Notes
Mostly female cast
Includes late teen, young adult, elderly characters

Synopsis

Claudine and Missy remember in their own way. The goal is not to forget. With the audience as their guest, Missy practices a mnemonic device and Claudine shares old family memories. When the mnemonic device is revealed the audience will collectively remember the names and lives we should never forget.

Lead Characters

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