Robinson Crusoe

Robinson Crusoe adapted by Jim Helsinger

(1)
Productions (3)
Drama
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80 - 100 minutes
3 M, 
Set: One unit set. A ship and various locations on a desert island.

The lone survivor of a turbulent storm, Robinson Crusoe is shipwrecked on a desert island for 26 years. Though initially plagued with feelings of despair, Crusoe embarks on an emotional and spiritual journey from greedy slave trader to a man enlightened by the world around him. Along the way, Crusoe befriends a Caribe Indian and makes peace with God. This intense and enthralling adaptation brings Defoe's classic story to life on stage as never before.

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $85
Standard Edition $13.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99
Archival Video License $150

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Play Details

The lone survivor of a turbulent storm, Robinson Crusoe is shipwrecked on a desert island for 26 years. Though initially plagued with feelings of despair, Crusoe embarks on an emotional and spiritual journey from greedy slave trader to a man enlightened by the world around him. Along the way, Crusoe befriends a Caribe Indian and makes peace with God. This intense and enthralling adaptation brings Defoe's classic story to life on stage as never before.

  • Drama
  • |
  • 80 - 100 minutes
  • 3 M, 
  • Set: One unit set. A ship and various locations on a desert island.

Published Reviews

"In this new adaptation, Defoe's themes are infiltrated by Helsinger's, so that this Crusoe is a Crusoe for the 21st century -- family-friendly, yes, but exhilarating all the while."

Elizabeth Maupin, The Orlando Sentinel

"A real tour de force...a surprisingly exciting tale of survival."

Michael W. Freeman, The Lakeland Ledger (Orlando)

Production History

NOV 16, 2017 - NOV 16, 2017
The Master's Academy
Oviedo, FL United States
The Master's Academy Oviedo, FL United States
JAN 20, 2012 - FEB 04, 2012
Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts
Abbotsford, BC Canada
Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts Abbotsford, BC Canada
FEB 08, 2006 - MAR 19, 2006
Orlando-UCF Shakespeare Festival
Orlando, FL United States
Orlando-UCF Shakespeare Festival Orlando, FL United States
No upcoming productions.
FEB 08, 2006 - MAR 19, 2006
Orlando-UCF Shakespeare Festival
Orlando, FL United States
Orlando-UCF Shakespeare Festival Orlando, FL United States