Boy with a Suitcase

by Mike Kenny

Naz’s homeland is an oppressive place. When his parents send him to his brother’s safekeeping in London, the boy fancies himself like Sinbad, a man of many voyages and endless stories. On his journey, Naz befriends Krysia, who helps him dodge soldiers and stay safe. Indeed, armed with his stories and his new friend, Naz is able to make his way to his brother’s house. Despite the face that his new life is not the ‘heaven on earth’ he expected, Naz realizes that happiness will always be with him as long as he keeps his stories alive.

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Quick Details

  • Type: Play
  • Estimated Run Time: 90 minutes | Can be cut for competition
  • Availability: Available for productions in the United States and Canada
  • Cast Size: 3 female, 10 male

Full Details

Roles:

  • Naz
  • Father
  • Mother
  • Smuggler
  • Driver
  • Krysia
  • Soldier
  • Shepherd
  • Man
  • Sweatshop Owner
  • Old Man
  • Old Woman
  • Brother

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 SNAP Theatre, UK, in 2004

Photos of production at Barnstorm Theatre in 2019

Photos of production at Barnstorm Theatre in 2019

Photos of production at Barnstorm Theatre in 2019

Reviews

“

[Boy with a Suitcase] throws a spotlight on the real dangers faced by children in other parts of the world… Writer Mike Kenny has lifted this story with humor and spirit.

- Kilkenny Advertiser (Ireland)
“

a compelling saga of displacement and hope, culled out of the real-life accounts of children forced out of their strife-ridden homelands to seek better futures

- Mumbai Theatre Guide