Synopsis
The Metamorphosis - A Play
Published by Samuel French Inc
5 Male 3 Female
In this dramatic adaptation of Kafka's novella, Gregor Samsa awakens into a dream in which he finds himself transformed into a cockroach
The Stage Manager "summons" the dream-play while a mime and a musician communicate his thoughts and emotions, invoking a nightmarish atmosphere
Set in early 20th century Prague and written in verse, Thomalen captures the surreal humor and pathos of the story
This work opens a space in the school community for a great work of world literature with special relevance to the pain and struggles of adolescence and young adulthood
Requires an actor with strong mimic talent
Winner of the American Theatre and Education, Unpublished Play Reading Project
Cast also requires 1 Klezmer musician