On My Own: The Early Adventures of David Copperfield by Ian Mairs

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Productions (2)
Drama
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80 - 90 minutes
5 W, 5 M, 10 Any (10-25 actors possible: 5-25 W, 5-25 M)
Set: Minimal.

A rogue's gallery of outrageous clowns and cunning charlatans come to life in On My Own, Ian Mairs' lively adaptation of David Copperfield. The early chapters of the Dickens classic take center stage, as young David struggles to make his way in the world after his mother dies. Though David finds cruelty at the hands of stepfathers, schoolmasters, and swindlers, it's the surprising kindness and compassion he encounters that stay with him as he searches for a place to call home. This playfully-paced, colorful adaptation is the perfect way to introduce a new generation to the beloved story of David Copperfield.

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $85
Standard Edition $13.99
eScript Digital Edition $17.5
Stage Manager Edition $24.99
Archival Video License $150

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Play Details

A rogue's gallery of outrageous clowns and cunning charlatans come to life in On My Own, Ian Mairs' lively adaptation of David Copperfield. The early chapters of the Dickens classic take center stage, as young David struggles to make his way in the world after his mother dies. Though David finds cruelty at the hands of stepfathers, schoolmasters, and swindlers, it's the surprising kindness and compassion he encounters that stay with him as he searches for a place to call home. This playfully-paced, colorful adaptation is the perfect way to introduce a new generation to the beloved story of David Copperfield.

  • Drama
  • |
  • 80 - 90 minutes
  • 5 W, 5 M, 10 Any (10-25 actors possible: 5-25 W, 5-25 M)
  • Set: Minimal.
  • Standard Edition ISBN: 978-1-68069-972-2

Production History

FEB 23, 2024 - FEB 25, 2024
Apex Theatre Studio
St. Augustine, FL United States
Apex Theatre Studio St. Augustine, FL United States
SEP 12, 2014 - SEP 30, 2014
Stanton College Preparatory/Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL United States
Stanton College Preparatory/Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL United States
No upcoming productions.
No professional productions.

Archival Video License

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