2025 One-Act Wonders

“Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents “One-Act Wonders”, a program of four modern one-act plays exploring boundaries, loyalties, and the absurdities of life. The program will run for four performances only, at Gloucester Stage Theater, April 17th (7:30pm) 18th (7:30pm), and 19th (3pm + 7:30pm). Tickets are $28.

Featuring:
“The Actor’s Nightmare” by Christopher Durang, Directed by Billy Lewand — A man unwittingly wanders into a theater where, unbeknownst to him, he is to understudy for several famous roles from theater history.

“Bed and Breakfast” by Richard Dresser, Directed by Mark Efinger — Two married couples collide in unexpected and hilarious ways during a vacation to Stonehenge.

“4am Open All Night” by Bob Krakower, Directed by Mark Efinger — A man, discontent with his home life, visits an all-night diner for some coffee and advice, and sees what might be the woman of his dreams.

And, introducing the staged premiere of “The Menders: A Vietnam Vignette”, a new play by local author and performer Ashley Skeffington, and directed by Gerard Roy —  In the middle of the Vietnam war, a brother and sister hold a conversation that may well change their family forever.”