Runt of the Litter opens in the final hour of Jack Henry's lifelong dream, only one thing stands in his way -- his brother. The play looks at what happens to two brothers in a family of over-achievers: when their parents assure their oldest son he is destined for football superstardom, and tell their youngest son he is too small to compete, a line in the family sand is drawn that colors the rest of their lives.
Runt of the Litter is, in fact, a semiautobiographical account of Bo Eason's life and career as a defensive back for the Houston Oilers in the 1980s, where he played safety. His determination and killer instincts on the playing field remain the stuff of legend. His brother, Tony Eason was the quarterback who led the New England Patriots to the Super Bowl in 1986.
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Fantastic. While the house was not full, I think, due to the location of the show go and see this one. It is a real, sad commentary on pro football and how you have to think and what you have to do to get there. Would Bo Eason do it again?
Anyone have his email address I would like to write to him.
Runt of the Litter is one of the most powerful shows Ive seen in a long time. Its not just about football but delves into the dynamics of family relationships in a way that everyone can relate to. Do not miss this!
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