Those Who Can, Do

Those Who Can, Do by Brighde Mullins

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Productions (3)
Black comedy
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80 - 90 minutes
4 W, 3 M,  (5-7 actors possible: 3-4 W, 2-3 M)
Content Notes: Adult language
Set: Minimal.

Anne Marie has an epiphany on the subway when she reads this poster: "No One Ever Remembered a Great Accountant: TEACH." She quickly decides to ditch her lucrative advertising career, and dreams of pursuing a more meaningful life of teaching inner-city high school students. But despite her over-qualifications, a lack of teaching credits lands her at Staten Island Community College. Armed with enthusiasm, she throws herself into her work, but an insanely unruly student and an indifferent department begin to upend all of her good intentions. How long can she hold out?

Pricing Information

Min. Performance Fee* $85
Standard Edition $13.99
Stage Manager Edition $24.99

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Play Details

Anne Marie has an epiphany on the subway when she reads this poster: "No One Ever Remembered a Great Accountant: TEACH." She quickly decides to ditch her lucrative advertising career, and dreams of pursuing a more meaningful life of teaching inner-city high school students. But despite her over-qualifications, a lack of teaching credits lands her at Staten Island Community College. Armed with enthusiasm, she throws herself into her work, but an insanely unruly student and an indifferent department begin to upend all of her good intentions. How long can she hold out?

  • Black comedy
  • |
  • 80 - 90 minutes
  • 4 W, 3 M,  (5-7 actors possible: 3-4 W, 2-3 M)
  • Content Notes: Adult language
  • Set: Minimal.

Published Reviews

"...the interplay of these characters is fascinating to watch as they hurtle about, striking sparks at every clash."

The Phoenix (Providence, RI)

Production History

NOV 03, 2017 - NOV 05, 2017
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD United States
Hagerstown Community College Hagerstown, MD United States
JUN 01, 2005 - JUN 30, 2005
Brown/Trinity Playwrights Repertory Theatre
Providence, RI United States
Brown/Trinity Playwrights Repertory Theatre Providence, RI United States
JUN 01, 2004 - JUN 30, 2004
Clubbed Thumb, Inc.
New York, NY United States
Clubbed Thumb, Inc. New York, NY United States
No upcoming productions.
JUN 01, 2004 - JUN 30, 2004
Clubbed Thumb, Inc.
New York, NY United States
Clubbed Thumb, Inc. New York, NY United States