Written by: Erika Jenko
Synopsis
The Darlings are a family who thrive off of make believe. When one of the Darlings starts the battle against cancer, everyone jumps in to support each other. As the battle progresses, hints of the past start to seep in through the playroom window. Inspired by the lore of Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, "Darling" examines the grieving process through the eyes of a child.
History
Having been inspired by the lore of "Peter Pan" from the time I was a child, I always wanted to reimagine the story. The play began development in New York. The original script took place in the early 1900's and the first reading was almost 3 hours long. Multiple drafts and versions followed. A 30-minute festival version taking place in modern times focused more closely on a modern family. Inspired by my own family's ups and downs with navigating cancer, and how a child experiences that journey.
Cast/Crew + Production History
New York New Works Theatre Festival (NY, NY)-Semi Finalist
Produced by: Cooper Jordan
Director/Choreographer: Peter Studlo
Wardrobe Design: Ashley Timm
Lighting Design: Olivia Wells
Ensemble: Alex Delare, Alec Mathieson, Ryan Andrew Arthur, Philippe Levesque, Jay William Thomas
Production History:
New York New Works Theatre Festival (NY, NY)-Semi Finalist
Homegrown Theatre (Boise, ID)-Developmental Reading
Center for Social Innovation (New York, NY)-Staged Reading
Identity Theatre Co. (New York, NY)-Staged Reading
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