The Lost Child

by Mike Kenny

A lyrical and poetic elemental fable full of rhythm, wonder, and heart! On the longest night of the year, Tinker and his daughter Rowan seek shelter beneath the canopy of ancient tries. Their friend Fire keeps the wolves away, but, when the fire dies and Rowan disappears, a magical journey begins. Only after traversing through air, water, earth, and fire can Tinker find his daughter and discover the true meaning of care, courage, and connection.

$12.00

Quick Details

  • Type: Play
  • Length: 45-60 minutes | Can be cut for competition
  • Availability: Available for productions in the United States and Canada
  • Cast Size: 11 roles + optional ensemble | Doubling possible for a cast of 4

Full Details

Roles:


• Rowan, a young child
• Tinker, her father
• Tree
• Bird
• Baby Bird
• Frog
• Baby Frog
• Mole
• Baby Mole
• Fire
• Wolf

Doubling possible for a cast of 4. Roles may be split or ensemble added as needed. Chorus lines may be divided amongst ensemble as desired. These moments
encourage creativity to give the piece a rhythmic feel. Lines may be sung, chanted, recited as poetry, etc.

The following resources are included in each performance license:
  • Permission to photocopy the PDF script for your production so there is no additional cost for these assets.

The following resources may be added to you license for an additional fee:
  • Logo/Media package

Mike Kenny

Mike Kenny is one of the England's leading writers, specializing in young people's theatre. He is the recipient of numerous awards, was included in the Independent on Sunday's list of Top Ten Living UK Playwrights and his plays are performed regularly throughout the UK and all over the world. In 2013 he was given an Honorary Doctorate of Letters by Nottingham University, England.


Originally produced by Crucible Studio, UK, in 1989