a play by Jonathan Dorf for school age actors and audiences

ABOUT THE PLAY

Seriocomedy. After Math was written specifically for teen performers. It runs about 35 minutes, and makes use of a cast that can range from 8 to an unlimited number. It requires minimal props, costumes and technical support, making it ideal for competitions.

"A show that moved the audience from roaring laughter to tears. The show really makes you think about how you treat those around you, without slapping you in the face. We had a great time producing this play."--Bruce MacDonald, Edwin Parr High School drama teacher

SYNOPSIS

Emmett disappears in the middle of a math class, collected by a man and a woman wearing suits. Where did he go? Why? Through a series of scenes and monologues, those left behind come up with their own explanations for his mysterious disappearance. He's off to his own private rock concert. He was kidnapped by aliens. He was an alien himself. He created a mural that offended the school. A victim of bullies, he engineered his own disappearance...and a multitude of other guesses. Slowly we begin to realize that no one really knew him. Who is Emmett, and why is it that it no one paid any attention to him until he was gone?

The Dorman High School (South Carolina) production. Photo courtesy of Pamela Broome.

HOW TO ORDER A PERUSAL SCRIPT

After Math is licensed by Playscripts, Inc. To order a perusal copy or performance rights, visit their website or call them toll free at 1-866-NEW-PLAY (639-7529).

READ THE OPENING OF AFTER MATH

Go to the Playscripts, Inc. website and read a large sample from AFTER MATH as a PDF file using the free Adobe Acrobat reader. If you like the sample, there will be a link to ordering the script right there!