The Dream Makers

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Plot: For a more in depth look at the plot go to the storyboard page

Versatile Casting

The Dream Makers was written for a Youth Theatre and addresses some of the casting problems often associated with Youth Theatres and Schools. It has a large cast (24 with a bit of doubling up or 28 without, although you could use more if you wanted) and all the characters have either lines in the script or the opportunity to develop a part during a dream (so, LOTS of good parts). The play is versatile in terms of girls/boys parts. An age range of 10 - 14 would be ideal.

Structure

It is a full length 2 act play lasting approx 40 minutes each act. The five dreams are not scripted but guidelines are provided as there are some things that do need to happen during dreams. The dreams offer an opportunity for the cast to develop ideas and add special effects or music to give the dream a ... dreamlike quality. Just about anything goes here from special effects, lighting, sound, music, recorded voices, projected images or film.

Meaningful Fun!

The play is fun to do and at times pretty daft! It also has a few themes running through it that give it depth. Firstly there is the theme of leaving, of moving on, starting something new and leaving friends behind. Secondly the idea that we create our own experiences in life by taking responsibility for what we want and who we are. Check out the story board pages to get a feel of the show. Any queries, please get in touch, we would be delighted to hear from you.
The Dream Makers was first performed by The Conquest Youth Theatre in Bromyard, Herefordshire in April 2008 to wonderful reviews and comments from the audience. You can read about their performance and see production pics by going to the Conquest Website

The Next Step

If you're interested in investigating further you can:
Look at the storyboard page to get an idea of the story and the visual possibilities (I've included a few pics from the first performances of The Dream Makers).
Download a sample script for free (the first 13 pages)
Buy a script (£15)- this includes photocopying rights should you wish to go ahead and perform the play with your group.
Contact us for more information
Good Luck!

Dream Makers News, Reviews & Links

Chellaston Foundation School in Derby recently performed The Dream Makers - well done to all, it was great!